Immigration: By: Mrs. Roll I.S.126Q froll@schools.nyc.gov

Public Policy Analyst: Define the Problem Gather the Evidence Identify the Causes Evaluate an Existing Policy Develop Solutions Select the Best Solution (Feasibility vs. Effectiveness)

Look at the map in the following slide and indicate which countries do some of your relatives come from

Where Did They Move?

Why might people immigrate to America? Political Freedom Religious Tolerance Economic Opportunity - People want a better life - better job - more money Political Refugees fear for their lives Some want free atmosphere Forced Immigration (Slavery) Family Reunification

Define the Problem What are some of the difficulties faced by immigrants in America? Use the pictures in the previous slide to help you with your answers. Then, discuss your answers with your group. Here ‘s an example of the worksheet you’ll be using to define the problem. See link below. Define the Problem

Gather the Evidence Write paragraphs to identify and explain three kinds of difficulties faced by immigrants. Provide supporting evidence from the following links: http://www.voanews.com/ http://verydaylife.globalpost.com www.maxweber.hunter.edu Here ‘s an example of the worksheet you’ll be using to gather the evidence. See link below. Gather the Evidence

Causes and Solutions Choose one of three kinds of difficulties faced by immigrants that you found in your research. Write a short essay to define and explain the problem and offer possible causes and solutions.