This packet contains student materials and a teacher's guide. The materials engage students in the leading issues driving the current immigration debate. Students explore background materials and debate policy options as to what the U.S. immigration policy should be. The student booklet contains background essays on: (1) "The Role of Immigration in the American Experience"; (2) "A New Generation of Newcomers"; and (3) "Assessing the Impact of Immigration." Students are presented options as to what the U.S. immigration policy should be. Options include: (1) "Opening Ourselves to the World"; (2) "Balancing Our Responsibilities"; (3) "Competing in a Competitive World"; and (4) "Recognizing Our Limits." Supplementary documents are included to enhance the study of the policy question. The Teacher's Resource Book contains lesson plans for 5 days and an alternative 3-day lesson plan. (EH)