1. SWBAT:  Compare and contrast two articles about conflict in Egypt and Libya, using a Venn diagram  Identify the cause and effect of the conflict from the article, “The Fight for Libya” by Brenda Lasevoli Do Now:  Read the article, “The Fight for Libya” by Brenda Lasevoli http://www.timeforkids.com/news/fight-libya/12076 http://www.timeforkids.com/news/fight-libya/12076 1. Define the Problem!  Turn and talk: Identify the conflict in the article!

2.  Step 1: Define the Problem  Step 2: Gather the Evidence  Step 3: Identify the Causes  Step 4: Examine an Existing Solution  Step 5: Develop Solutions  Step 6: Select the Best Solution

3. “An Uprising in Egypt”“The Fight for Libya” http://www.timeforkids.com/news/up rising-egypt/64246 http://www.timeforkids.com/ news/fight-libya/12076

4.  Using the article, answer the following questions about the article with your group:  List 3 causes that resulted in the uprising in Libya.  Cite evidence from the article to support your answers!

5. Examine this quote from the article: "NATO spokeswoman Oana Lungescu said on CNN last Sunday night that Libya’s new government will need help making the transition to a democracy. "  Link this back to the our Constitution-DEMOCRACY!  Use social studies knowledge and link below to plan how you, as students, can help non democratic governments become a democracy. http://infousa.state.gov/government/overview/dmpap er1.html

6.  Using the picture below, develop a plan with your group that will be feasible for all generations to adapt to.

7.  Based on the plans developed from each of your groups:  Which plan do you think will be effective, and have the most impact on Libya becoming a democracy?  Let’s take a vote!

8.  Did you enjoy learning about Public Policy Analysis (the way we focused on a public issue using the 6 steps)?  Why? Or why not? Explain!  How can you use the PPA Steps to define, research, and solve an issue within your community?PPA Steps