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Which subject	History
What topic	Discovering the New World
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 9
Class size	20
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Number of slides	5
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Lesson plan

Topic

Discovering the New World

Objectives

• Understand the motivations behind the exploration of the New World.
• Identify key figures involved in the discovery and their contributions.
• Analyze the impact of the discovery on both the indigenous peoples and European nations.

Materials

• Projector and screen for presentation
• PowerPoint slides on key explorers and events
• Handouts with maps of the New World
• Short reading assignment on the Columbian Exchange
• Whiteboard and markers for note-taking
• Exit tickets for student feedback

Grade/Age Group

Grade 9

Subject

History

Class Size

20 students

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the U.S. History National Standards, specifically focusing on the exploration of the Americas and its historical significance.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length (minutes)	Details
1	Introduction to the Topic	5	Briefly introduce the era of exploration. Present what the term "New World" refers to and its significance.
2	Key Explorers	10	Discuss key figures such as Christopher Columbus, Ferdinand Magellan, and Hernán Cortés. Use slides.
3	Group Discussion	5	Facilitate a class discussion on the motivations for exploration: economic, religious, and political.
4	The Columbian Exchange	5	Introduce the concept of the Columbian Exchange. Provide handouts and discuss its impact on both continents.
5	Impact Assessment	3	Analyze how the discovery affected indigenous peoples and European nations. Use the whiteboard for notes.
6	Conclusion and Review	2	Summarize key points from the lesson. Prepare for the exit tickets.

Homework

• Read assigned text on the Columbian Exchange and answer questions provided in the handout.
• Submit answers via the online learning platform by the next class. Please note that homework will be collected without student presentations during class time.

Assessment

• Collect exit tickets at end of the lesson to assess understanding.
• Review homework submissions for comprehension of the material discussed.

Additional Notes

• Ensure to engage all students by calling on a variety of individuals during discussions.
• Provide extra support for students who may struggle with reading assignments.

Lesson script