The COVID-19 pandemic reshaped every corner of modern life—from personal freedoms and global economies to science, health policy, and international governance. This unit study gives students the tools to understand not only what happened during the pandemic, but why it happened—and how those decisions continue to shape the world today.
Far more than a timeline of events, this course equips students to think critically about media narratives, government responses, vaccine development, and the role of global organizations like the World Health Organization (WHO). Students will evaluate the controversial origins of the virus, the unprecedented lockdown policies, and the long-term effects of the pandemic on civil liberties and public trust.
Whether examining biosecurity simulations like “Dark Winter,” or dissecting the ethical concerns behind vaccine mandates and digital passports, this unit study encourages students to ask big questions and seek truth in the face of uncertainty.
What You’ll Learn
Through guided readings, audio lessons, and engaging activities, students will explore:
Unit Study Table of Contents:
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Why Study COVID-19?
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When the World Paused: The Emergence of COVID-19
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COVID-19 Origins: From a Bat or a Lab?
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The Dark Winter Exercise: A Biosecurity Simulation
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Global Lockdowns: Policies and Socioeconomic Repercussions
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Concerns About Operation Warp Speed and the Vaccine Process
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Vaccine Passports as a Tool for Social Control
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The World Health Organization’s Use of COVID to Promote Global Governance
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COVID-19 Vaccines Led to Fatalities
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The Aftermath: The WHO Pandemic Treaty
Students will:
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Analyze multiple theories regarding the origin of COVID-19
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Investigate how governments and international organizations responded
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Evaluate the science, speed, and safety of vaccine development
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Explore how pandemic policies affected civil liberties, education, mental health, and global economies
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Discuss the growing concerns over digital surveillance and global governance
What’s Included
Designed for advanced high school students (ages 13–18), this unit study provides:
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10 detailed readings
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Built-in podcast audio for each lesson
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A comprehension quiz
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Critical thinking and discussion prompts for meaningful engagement
This unit study approaches the pandemic through historical, scientific, and political lenses, encouraging students to evaluate events with nuance, context, and integrity. Sensitive topics are handled with care and designed to spark thoughtful analysis rather than partisan debate.
By the end of this course, students will have a deeper understanding of how crisis events can accelerate societal change—and why an informed, courageous citizenry is essential for preserving freedom and accountability.
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