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Which subject	English
What topic	20th Century Decade Research Assignment
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 11
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Topic

20th Century Decade Research Assignment

Subject

English

Grade Level

Grade 11

Age Group

16-17 years

Duration

30 minutes

Class Size

20 students

Objectives

• Students will research a specific decade in the 20th century.
• Students will identify key social, cultural, and political events from their chosen decade.
• Students will prepare to share their findings in a written format for homework.
• Students will learn to collaborate in pairs to enhance their understanding of historical context.

Materials

• Access to research materials (internet, textbooks, library resources)
• Multimedia projector for presentations
• Worksheets for note-taking
• Whiteboard and markers

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction	5 minutes	Introduce the lesson topic and explain the assignment's objectives. Provide an overview of the 20th century's significance.
2	Grouping Students	2 minutes	Pair students for collaborative research. Ensure each pair has a diverse selection of decades.
3	Research Instructions	3 minutes	Explain how to conduct research effectively. Provide tips on reliable sources and what key information to look for.
4	Research Phase	15 minutes	Students work in pairs to research their assigned decade using the provided materials. Circulate around the room to assist and answer questions.
5	Wrap-up and Homework	5 minutes	Recap key points from the lesson. Explain the homework assignment: submit a 1-2 page written report about their findings. Remind students that presentations will not be required in front of the class.

Assessment

• Students’ understanding will be assessed through the written reports submitted for homework.
• Participation and collaboration during the research phase will be observed.

Homework

• Each student will complete a 1-2 page report detailing important events, cultural movements, and significant figures from their assigned decade. Reports are due next class and will be collected without presentation.

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