jeff tuck

The Progressive Era and Gilded Age comprise one of the most important eras of US History; unfortunately, it is also one of the least covered topics. The simulation is designed to reinforce some of the main vocab and concepts, to create interest in the topic, and to put kids into the situation where they understand why Social Darwinism took hold. The simulation has students make decisions that Robber Barons and Progressives made every day. I do a simulation for every unit, and my students consist

This is a unit long simulation that increases student participation, reinforces content, and helps students understand the contemporary mindset. Students will make daily decisions to either be progressive or corrupt; the decisions have rewards and consequences that convert into a score, which is posted daily.