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11th grade Social Studies (English Learners)

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11th grade Social Studies (English Learners)

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11th grade

Social Studies

English language learners

Standard 11.1: Students analyze the significant events surrounding the discovery, exploration, and colonization of the Americas. They compare and contrast the differing interpretations of the motives and outcomes of exploration and colonization (e.g., positive and negative effects).

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Measurable Objectives: By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:

1. Identify key events and individuals associated with the discovery of America.

2. Explain the motivations of European explorers and their impact on Indigenous societies.

3. Analyze the consequences, both positive and negative, of European exploration and colonization in the Americas.

Procedure:

1. Introduction (15 minutes):

Discuss the concept of the "discovery" of America and its historical significance.

Review key vocabulary related to exploration and colonization, providing translations in Spanish as needed.

2. Video Viewing (30 minutes):

Play the video on the discovery of America, ensuring that Spanish captions are enabled.

I will encourage students to actively listen and read along with the Spanish captions to aid comprehension.

I will pause at key moments to check for understanding, clarify vocabulary, and ask comprehension questions in both English and Spanish.

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1. Group Discussion (20 minutes):

After watching the video, I will facilitate a discussion in small groups or pairs.

I will Use guiding questions such as:

Who were the main explorers involved in the discovery of America?

What were their reasons for exploration, and how did these impact Indigenous peoples?

What were some of the lasting effects of European exploration and colonization in the Americas?

I will encourage students to share their thoughts and insights in English and Spanish, providing scaffolding as needed.

2. Wrap-Up and Reflection (15 minutes):

Reconvene as a whole class to share group discussions and key findings.

Reflect on how understanding the discovery of America impacts our understanding of American history and society today.

Discuss any lingering questions or points of confusion, providing additional explanations and resources in both languages.

3. Extension Activity (Optional):

Assign a writing task where students summarize the video in English or Spanish, focusing on key events and their significance.

I will encourage students to create a timeline or poster illustrating the impact of European exploration on the Americas.

Assessment:

Evaluate students based on their ability to identify key events, explain motivations, and analyze consequences through their participation in discussions and completion of written tasks (which can be completed in their first language).

Differentiation:

Provide additional support through bilingual dictionaries, visuals, and simplified texts.

Pair students with stronger English proficiency with those needing more support to encourage peer learning.

Closure:

Summarize the main points of the lesson and reinforce the importance of understanding diverse perspectives in history as well as academic discourse.

I will encourage students to continue exploring historical topics through bilingual resources and media.

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1. Establish who is partner A and partner B.

2. With your partner, review this video.

3. Once the video has finished take turns answering the following questions. Use the sentence starters:

Partner A: The impact of European exploration on Indigenous peoples was significant because...

Partner B: A detail from the video about the discovery of America that stood out to me is...

You may also use words such as:

I agree

I disagree

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1. Once you and your partner have completed watching the video please add to the whole class discussion board.

2. Your thoughts and opinions will support our whole class understanding in regards to the discovery of America...

3. Use the QR Code to take you to our class discussion board..

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1. Pick a partner

2. Together you will research an important person who played a part in the discovery of America

3. Together you will complete a journal from the perspective of the historical figure you selected. This work should focus on the role this person played in the discovery of America

4. Together and creatively... you will present your journal/presentation to the class

5. This work will be completed in class / in-seat and online

1. Your grade will include your research, presentation as well as your online presence. Be sure to collaborate with others and share informational findings that will help others think critically about their historical figure. Ask questions and drive the discussion forward to earn full credit.

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Locate your RUBRIC for the Historical Figure presentation. Be prepared to present at the end of our unit.

Locate your Digital Portfolio expectations and assignment requirements. I will review student work throughout the unit.