About This Lesson
Thinkalong.org is a free, evidence-based interactive tool for students to develop media literacy skills by applying the 5 Key Questions of Media Literacy to public media content. Importantly, the tool does not require registration for teachers or students, abides by student privacy laws, and is advised by a board of both youth and educators.
Each module consists of:
- a compelling and timely question;
- related current and age-appropriate public media content including audio, video, and text;
- extension resources for advanced or highly-interested students;
- student graphic organizers;
- a simple debate tool;
- a teacher's guide to the module;
- and a guide to the 5 Key Questions of Media Literacy.
This Teacher's Guide supports the Has feminism helped women gain equal rights? module on thinkalong.org. Here is the full module and below is a summary.
The modern day feminist movement began in the 19th century. Since then, several movements, or waves as they are generally referred to, have worked to protect women against domestic violence and sexual harassment and fought for women’s suffrage, reproductive rights, and equal pay. But how successful have these efforts been? Who has benefited from the different feminist waves and who has been left behind?
To use this module with learners in any setting, we recommend using one of the structured discussion formats outlined at thinkalong.org/structuring-discussions. You can find options for a small or large group, so that all students or just a few participate, and examples of some discussion formats.
