Lesson Plan

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Lesson Plan
Grade: Date: 17/01/2026
Subject: History
Lesson Topic: The relationships between key features and characteristics of the periods studied
Learning Objective/s:
  • Describe the key features of each historical period covered in the syllabus.
  • Analyse how those features are inter‑related within each period.
  • Compare the nature of relationships across different periods.
  • Evaluate the impact of economic, ideological and technological drivers on historical developments.
  • Apply AO2 skills to construct linked arguments in exam responses.
Materials Needed:
  • Projector and screen
  • PowerPoint presentation with timeline and comparative table
  • Printed handout of the comparative table
  • Worksheet with AO2 practice questions
  • Whiteboard and markers
  • Sticky notes for quick recall
 Introduction:
Begin with a quick think‑pair‑share: “What single factor do you think most shaped the 19th century?” Review the previous lesson on industrialisation. Explain that today’s success criteria are to identify the main driver in each period and to link it to at least two other features.
Lesson Structure:
  1. Do‑now (5’) – students write the primary driver for each period on sticky notes and post them.
  2. Mini‑lecture (15’) – overview of the six periods and their key themes using the PowerPoint.
  3. Guided analysis (20’) – in pairs, students examine the comparative table, annotate connections, and discuss why they exist.
  4. Whole‑class discussion (10’) – each pair shares one relationship; teacher highlights cause‑and‑effect language.
  5. AO2 practice (15’) – students answer a past‑paper question linking two features in the inter‑war period; peer‑check using rubric.
  6. Recap & exit ticket (5’) – students write one new link they learned and one question they still have.
Conclusion:
Summarise how economic, ideological and technological factors linked across the periods studied. Collect exit tickets to gauge understanding and assign a short homework: write a paragraph linking a driver from any period to two other features, using evidence.