The purpose of this lesson is to enable students to explain the impact of the Industrial Revolution/Roaring Twenties on the US economy and society.
Lesson Objectives
At the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
compare and contrast assembly line technology with the one-man-show operation
discuss important inventions during the Industrial Revolution
analyze the Roaring Twenties and its impact on American economics/society
take a side and write an analysis of the Roaring Twenties explaining student’s viewpoint
Student Target
“I can explain the impact of the Industrial Revolution and the Roaring Twenties on America’s society and economy.”
CCR Standards
Reading
Integrate and evaluate content presented in diverse media and formats, including visually and quantitatively, as well as in words. (Apply this standard to texts of appropriate complexity as outline by Standard 10.)
Writing
Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects based on focused questions, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation.
Lead CCR Level Specific Standards
Supporting CCR Level Specific Standards
Interpret information presented visually, orally, or quantitatively (e.g., in charts, graphs, diagrams, time lines, animations, or interactive elements on Web pages) and explain how the information contributes to an understanding of the text in which it appears.
Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly. a. Come to discussions prepared, having read or studied required material; explicitly draw on that preparation and other information known about the topic to explore ideas under discussion. b. Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions and carry out assigned roles. c. Pose and respond to specific questions by making comments that contribute to the discussion and elaborate on the remarks of others. d. Review the key ideas expressed and draw conclusions in light of information and knowledge gained from the discussions.
KYAE Employability Standards
E.1 Effectively contribute to a team through cooperation, leadership, and giving and accepting critical feedback to work toward a common goal.
E.3 Model compliance of workplace policies and procedures.
E.6 Identify and effectively use skills and materials needed for a particular task.
