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Lesson 6: Undocumented / Illegal Immigration

“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

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
Your Predictions on Illegal / Undocumented Immigration

Facts and Estimates: Undocumented Immigration to the United States

Logical Conclusions

Push / Pull Factors of Undocumented Immigrants

Current Local Issues

Driver's License Restriction

Undocumented Immigrants (2006)
The undocumented population includes a diverse group of people. This fact sheet illuminates the category with data including visa overstays, countires of origin, years of arrival, and labor force participation.  It also addresses the gaps in the immigration system that lead to undocumented immigration.