Lesson Plans
Enlightenment Lesson Plan
This lesson prompts students to explore the changing thoughts and ideas that were circulating Europe during the Age of Enlightenment. By examining the Enlightenment thinkers, students will have a better understanding of the impacts of the Enlightenment in transforming European politics and society. This lesson was designed for a tenth-grade World Studies class. To view my reflection of this lesson, click here. |
Mongol Empire Lesson Plan This lesson prompts students to evaluate the Mongol Empire's impact on civilization. After reading a variety of different secondary and primary sources, students will respond to the following question: did the Mongols have a positive or negative impact on society? This lesson was designed for a tenth-grade World Studies class. To view my reflection of the lesson, click here. |
Muckraking Lesson Plan
This lesson introduces students to the concept of muckraking. By reading an excerpt from The Jungle and investigating the legislation that was created as a result, students will have a clear understanding of the concept. Then, students will examine the role of the media and muckraking in today's society. This lesson was designed for a ninth-grade American History class. To view my reflection of the lesson, click here. |
Unit Plan
The Emergence of the First Global Age This examines the changes different civilizations face when coming in contact with each other. During this unit, with topics such as the Renaissance, the Columbian Exchange, mercantilism, and the Protestant Reformation, students will explore the benefits and conflicts that come with globalization and the first global age To see samples of student work, click here. |