Forward Plan for Social Studies: People, Past Events and Societies

Desired Outcome: I can use primary and secondary sources selectively to research events in the past.

Focus: World War 1

Level: Second Level

Week 1: Introduction to World War 1

• Discuss the causes and consequences of World War 1
• Identify the countries involved in the war
• Introduce the concept of primary and secondary sources

Week 2: Primary Sources

• Define primary sources and give examples
• Analyze primary sources related to World War 1, such as letters, diaries, photographs, and newspaper articles
• Discuss the advantages and limitations of using primary sources

Week 3: Secondary Sources

• Define secondary sources and give examples
• Analyze secondary sources related to World War 1, such as textbooks, documentaries, and historical fiction
• Discuss the advantages and limitations of using secondary sources

Week 4: Selective Research

• Explain the importance of selective research
• Demonstrate how to identify relevant information from primary and secondary sources
• Practice selective research skills by analyzing sources related to World War 1

Week 5: Group Project

• Divide students into groups
• Assign each group a specific topic related to World War 1, such as the role of women, propaganda, or trench warfare
• Instruct students to use primary and secondary sources selectively to research their topic
• Have each group present their findings to the class

Week 6: Reflection

• Reflect on the learning outcomes of the unit
• Discuss the challenges and successes of using primary and secondary sources
• Evaluate the group project and provide feedback

Assessment:

• Students will be assessed on their ability to use primary and secondary sources selectively to research events in the past.
• Assessment will be based on the group project and individual research assignments.
• Rubrics will be provided to guide assessment.