Multimedia learning task that provides an opportunity for students to explore the civil rights movement and relate it to current events. As part of your preparation for this, choose two key events of the civil rights movement, and describe the impact each had on public opinion and the role it played in changing public policy. Then, select a movie or television show about the civil rights era to share with your class. Briefly describe the film and what aspect of the movement it depicts. Is the movie or show historically accurate? Why or why not?

Then, incorporate a class discussion of how events during the civil rights movement relate to today. Include at least 5 discussion questions that would provoke thoughtful, open-minded discussion.