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The Battle of the Somme was a conflict that raged on for months. Academics view a presentation and read text excerpts from newspaper articles to understand the events that turned the battle into a long conflict. The presentation also explains the use of trench warfare during World War I and the heavy causalities that occurred due to chemical weapons. Scholars demonstrate their understanding of the instructional activity by completing graphic organizers and participating in group discussion.
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Instructional Ideas
- Have learners write journal entries from the perspective of a soldier in the trenches
- Create a newsreel explaining events on the Western Front
Classroom Considerations
- Instructors may need a free Stanford History Education Group account to access the materials
Pros
- The lesson plan provides detailed background information for the presentation
- Resource provides an opportunity for learners to analyze primary documents
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