Enlightenment to Revolutions

In this lesson plan, students will analyze documents from major Enlightenment thinkers. Students will compare and contrast the Declaration of Independence to the Declaration of Rights of Man to evaluate the impact of the Enlightenment influenced both the American and French Revolutions. Students will use documents to make an argument about whether the Enlightenment was the strongest influence of the Revolutions.
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Subject(s): Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Document Camera, Computer for Presenter, Interactive Whiteboard, LCD Projector, Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 40 Minute(s)
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Keywords: Enlightenment, French Revolution, American Revolution, government, civics, lesson plan, integrated, World History, Locke, Montesquieu, tyranny, natural rights, separation of powers
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Text Resource
Instructional Design Framework(s): Confirmation Inquiry (Level 1), Cooperative Learning
Resource Collection: Integrated Social Studies with Civics Teacher Resources - Grades 6-12

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