PBS – Video Game Revolution
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Graph: Violent Crime vs Video Game Revenue (1995-2010)
A/B Mind Streaming
Partner A talks for one minute about what they noticed about the graph
Then, partner B talks for one minute about what they noticed about the graph
Give two inferences (not directly shown on the graph) that you can make from the graph.
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Be ready to share with the class.
What claim does this graph support? ___________________________________________________________
Give two pieces of evidence from the graph that support that claim.
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Transform Information Writing Template:
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Video Notes: While watching the two video clip from KSBW Consumer Watch Clip on “Courts and
California’s Violent Video Game Law”, identify evidence for both sides of this issue.
Do Violent Video Games Contribute to Violent Youth Behavior?
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Video Notes: While watching the two video clip from the PBS segment “After Newtown: Can Violent Video
Games Play a Role in Violent Behavior”, identify evidence for both sides of this issue.
Do Violent Video Games Contribute to Violent Youth Behavior?
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Apply your new knowledge:
Reflection- After watching the videos, do you think violent video games contribute to youth violence?
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