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Which subject	Science
What topic	Titanic
What length (min)	30
What age group	Doesn't matter
Class size	20
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Number of slides	5
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: The Titanic

Topic

The Titanic: An Exploration of Historical Events and Scientific Principles

Objectives

• Understand the historical significance of the Titanic disaster.
• Explore the scientific principles behind buoyancy and structural integrity.
• Develop critical thinking skills by analyzing the events leading to the sinking.

Materials

• PowerPoint presentation on the Titanic
• Videos documenting the construction and sinking of the Titanic
• Worksheets for guided notes and questions
• Copies of relevant articles for reading
• Whiteboard and markers

Grade/Age Group

Any grade level (adaptable for Key Stage 2 or 3).

Subject

Science

Class Size

20 students

Length of Lesson

30 minutes

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson corresponds with the UK national curriculum, covering history and scientific principles relevant to both Key Stage 2 and Key Stage 3 students.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction	5 mins	Greet students, introduce the topic of the Titanic, and discuss what they already know.
2	Historical Context	10 mins	Present a brief history of the Titanic using a PowerPoint presentation and key videos.
3	Scientific Principles	5 mins	Explain buoyancy and structural integrity using examples related to the Titanic.
4	Group Activity	5 mins	Organize students into small groups to discuss the reasons for the Titanic’s sinking.
5	Class Discussion	3 mins	Facilitate a short discussion to gather insights from each group’s findings.
6	Summary and Reflection	2 mins	Summarize key points from the lesson and address any remaining questions.

Homework

Assign students to read a short article about the Titanic and answer specific questions in a worksheet for submission. Homework will be collected and graded without any presentations required from students.

Assessment

• Monitor participation during group activities and discussions.
• Review homework assignments for understanding of the lesson content.

Follow-Up

Consider a follow-up lesson focusing on the technological advancements in shipbuilding and their impact on maritime safety since the Titanic era.

Lesson script