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How can a photograph change the course of a war? Learners analyze, through a short video, Ernest Brooks's photographs of the First World War. They investigate how photos served as propaganda and altered the way troops fought the war. The 21st lesson of a 32-part series on the Great War researches the emotions behind the photographs taken and creates an open discussion on how Brooks changed the course of WWI.
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Instructional Ideas
- Create group projects on how media portrays war
- Analyze World War I photos as a class
Classroom Considerations
- Some photos may be graphic, use caution when viewing as a class
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Resource presents the primary photographs of Ernest Brooks to bring WWI to life
- Audio and visual learners benefit from both the video and the photographs presented
Cons
- None