“Migrant workers are the only work force not covered by labor law. People feel they can’t stand up for their rights because they won’t have a job. There are always replacements.” - The film, “Legacy of Shame”
Goal:
To learn about undocumented/illegal immigration, the numbers, causes, impact and countries of origin.
Objectives:
- Students will make predictions on illegal/undocumented immigration
- Students will compare their predictions to the facts on undocumented immigration
- Students will be introduced to the life experiences of undocumented immigrants in the United States
Materials:
Time Frame: One to two class periods
Age Level: Middle school to adult
Vocabulary: Undocumented immigrants, illegal immigrants
Relevant Subject Areas and Connection to the Minnesota State High School Standards:
- Inquiry and Research: Issue Analysis
- Social Studies: Diverse Perspectives