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Which subject	History
What topic	We are learning how the United States grew and changed in the early 1800s. This includes land gained from the Adams-Onís Treaty and how the Monroe Doctrine shape foreign policy. We will look at new transportation and technology that fueled the Industrial Revolution, and how these changes affected people’s lives. We’ll also learn how sectional differences grew, leading to the Missouri Compromise, and how Henry Clay’s American System tried to bring the nation together. We will study Andrew Jackson’s rise to the presidency and the “corrupt bargain,” as well as the idea of Manifest Destiny and westward expansion. Finally, we’ll explore the causes and effects of the Mexican-American War and the reform movements that took place before the Civil War.
What length (min)	90
What age group	Year or Grade 11
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Lesson Plan: Growth and Change in the United States in the Early 1800s

Grade Level: 11
Subject: History
Duration: 90 minutes
Topic: We are learning how the United States grew and changed in the early 1800s.

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Learning Objectives

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

1. Describe key territorial expansions, including the Adams-Onís Treaty and the Monroe Doctrine.
2. Analyze the impact of new transportation and technology during the Industrial Revolution.
3. Explain the significance of sectional differences and the Missouri Compromise.
4. Discuss Henry Clay’s American System and its intended effects.
5. Evaluate Andrew Jackson’s rise to the presidency, including the “corrupt bargain.”
6. Understand the concept of Manifest Destiny and its role in westward expansion.
7. Examine the causes and effects of the Mexican-American War.
8. Identify key reform movements that occurred prior to the Civil War.

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Materials Needed

• Whiteboard and markers
• Projector and screen
• Handouts on treaties and reforms
• Map of territorial changes
• Video clips on Industrial Revolution technologies
• Excerpts from primary sources (e.g., speeches, congressional documents)

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Lesson Outline

Introduction (10 minutes)

• Engagement Activity:
  • Start with a quick discussion: "What do you associate with the early 1800s in America?"
• Goal Overview:
  • Briefly introduce the key topics of the day.

Territorial Expansion (20 minutes)

• Adams-Onís Treaty:

  • Explain the terms of the treaty (1819) and land acquired.
  • Group Activity: Map labeling — students mark the new territories acquired.

• Monroe Doctrine:

  • Overview of the doctrine's principles.
  • Discussion: How did it shape U.S. foreign policy?

Industrial Revolution (20 minutes)

• Transportation and Technology:

  • Discuss innovations (e.g., steamboats, railroads) and their impact on society.
  • Video Clip: Show a short video on the Industrial Revolution's key inventions.

• Class Discussion:

  • How did these changes affect daily life, economy, and movement of people?

Sectional Differences and the Missouri Compromise (15 minutes)

• Sectional Tensions:

  • Explore economic and cultural differences between the North and South.

• Missouri Compromise (1820):

  • Explanation of the compromise’s role in maintaining balance.
  • Class Activity: Break students into groups to debate the implications of the compromise.

Henry Clay’s American System (10 minutes)

• Discussion:
  • Analyze how this system aimed to unify the country through economic measures.

Andrew Jackson and the “Corrupt Bargain” (10 minutes)

• Lecture:

  • Overview of Jackson’s rise and the election of 1824.

• Class Reflection:

  • How did the "corrupt bargain" influence American politics?

Manifest Destiny and Westward Expansion (15 minutes)

• Understanding Manifest Destiny:
  • Explanation of the term and its implications for U.S. expansion.
  • Class Discussion: Encourage students to discuss its ethical and political ramifications.

Mexican-American War (10 minutes)

• Causes and Effects:
  • Discuss the war’s origins and outcomes.
  • Analyze how this shaped U.S.-Mexico relations.

Reform Movements Before the Civil War (10 minutes)

• Overview of Key Movements:
  • Discuss the abolitionist movement, women's rights, and education reforms.
  • Group Discussion: How did these movements impact society?

Conclusion and Homework Assignment (5 minutes)

• Wrap-Up Discussion:

  • Recap the main points covered.

• Homework:

  • Write a short essay on one reform movement of their choice and its impact on early American society.

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Assessment

• Participation in group activities and discussions.
• Completion of the homework essay.
• Possible short quiz on treaty details and major concepts discussed in class.

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Additional Notes

• Adjust timing of each section as needed based on student engagement and understanding.
• Encourage students to ask questions and connect themes across different topics to enhance understanding.