New Deal Interactive Videos

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The New Deal represents one of the most transformative periods in American history, fundamentally reshaping the relationship between government and citizens during the Great Depression era. Wayground's interactive video collection brings this pivotal chapter to life through engaging guided video lessons that feature embedded questions and real-time comprehension checks. These educational resources help students analyze Franklin D. Roosevelt's sweeping reforms, examine the social and economic impact of programs like Social Security and the Works Progress Administration, and understand how New Deal policies addressed unemployment, banking crises, and agricultural challenges. The interactive format ensures active learning as students progress through carefully sequenced content that builds critical thinking skills about government intervention, economic recovery strategies, and the lasting legacy of 1930s progressive legislation. Wayground supports educators with access to millions of teacher-created interactive video resources that can be easily discovered through robust search and filtering capabilities aligned to social studies standards. Teachers can customize these New Deal-focused videos to match diverse learning needs, incorporating differentiation strategies that support both struggling learners and advanced students exploring complex historical connections. The platform's digital-first delivery system enables flexible implementation across various instructional models, whether used for whole-class instruction, small group analysis, or independent study assignments. These comprehensive tools empower educators to design targeted lessons for initial concept introduction, provide remediation for students needing additional support with Depression-era economics, and offer enrichment opportunities that connect New Deal principles to contemporary policy debates, ensuring thorough skill reinforcement in historical analysis and civic understanding.