Resource Overview
Students calculate fertility rates from historic census data, calculate the average number of children for multiple generations of families in their class, and compare national trends on average fertility to data on factors that may impact fertility rates.
Students will be able to:
- Use historic census data to calculate fertility rate at various points in Delaware history.
- Calculate the average number of children in their own families over several generations to observe trends.
- Compare trends in average fertility rates to factors that may influence fertility decisions.
Features of This Resource
- Students read and analyze data in primary sources
- Aligns with AP U.S. History framework
- Great lesson for teaching about the census while distance learning
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