# The History of White People in America – Discussion Guide

## Facilitation Guidance

Use this preloaded Lib Lab guide to support calm, evidence-based conversations about History of White People in America.

## Purpose & Creator of this Lib Lab Guide

This guide is preloaded from The Liberation Lab starter library so new sites launch with discussion-ready exemplars.

## Suggestions for framing the discussion

– Start with what learners already noticed in media coverage.

– Ask who benefits, who is missing, and what evidence supports each claim.

– Invite a short reflection connecting the topic to family/community choices.

## Social and historical context

Key themes include: history & civics, media literacy, racial justice.

## Best Discussion Practices

– Define terms together before debating positions.

– Separate facts, opinions, and assumptions.

– Encourage respectful disagreement and evidence checks.

## Learning Objectives

– Explain core ideas in plain language.

– Compare perspectives using evidence.

– Practice a short action-oriented response.

## Guided Discussion Questions

1. What message is this media trying to communicate?

2. Which voices are centered and which are missing?

3. What is one action a learner can take after this discussion?

## Activity

Create a 3-point reflection (claim, evidence, action) and share it in small groups.

## Assessment Check

– Can the learner identify at least one claim and one source?

– Can the learner explain how context changes interpretation?

– Can the learner propose one practical action?

## Common Standards

– CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.11-12.6

– CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.11-12.8

– CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.11-12.1

## Sources + Citation Notes

– [S1] https://theliberationlab.com/history-of-white-people-study-guide/