The Curiosity Connection: Relating Content to Students' Lives
Adolescent Issue
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Topic
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Connection
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Independence: How can I separate myself from parents and other adults?
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American Revolution
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When is rebellion justified?
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The search for identity: Who do I want to be? What do I want to become?
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Percentages
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To determine your likes and dislikes, compute the percentage of your life spent in various activities.
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Relationships and stature: How important are my opinions of my peers, my family?
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Jane Austen'sEmma
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Discuss how stature and reputation affect Emma's decisions and your own.
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Responsibility: For what do I want to take responsibility? What is expected of me?
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Ecology
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Investigate social organizations working to improve the environment.
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Adapted from Beane, J. A., and R. P. Lipka. (1986). Self-Concept, Self-Esteem, and the Curriculum. New York: Teachers College Press.
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http://www.ascd.org/publications/educational-leadership/sept95/vol53/num01/Strengthening-Student-Engagement@-What-Do-Students-Want.aspx
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