A Conversation with Dick Gregory

Описание: We dive into the Aspire video vault for this video, "A Conversation with Dick Gregory." The legendary comedian and civil rights activist shares his thoughts on being part of America's civil rights movement, his reaction to Martin Luther King's policy of nonviolence, and the impact of the groundbreaking Civil Rights Act of 1964. Enjoy a fascinating look at the black experience in American history through the eyes of a legendary participant.  @aspireandcelebrate 

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Quick Ideas for Using the Video with Students:
1. Use the video as part of your students' study of America's civil rights movement. How does their understanding of the movement change as a result of hearing Mr. Gregory's perspective.
2. Use the video in a flipped learning activity. Have students view the video in preparation for a class discussion focused on the history of America's civil rights movement. What is student reaction to Mr. Gregory's reaction to Dr. King's nonviolent approach? What is student reaction to Mr. Gregory's fears of injury and death while participating in the movement? What is student reaction to Mr. Gregory's assessment of the impact of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?