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Which subject	History
What topic	AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDIES
What length (min)	30
What age group	Doesn't matter
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: African American Studies

Topic

African American Studies

Grade/Age Group

Various Grades

Subject

History

Objectives

• Understand the historical significance of the African American experience in the United States.
• Identify key figures and events that shaped African American history.
• Recognize the contributions of African Americans to American culture, society, and politics.
• Develop critical thinking skills through discussion and analysis of historical events.

Materials

• Textbooks covering African American history
• Multimedia resources (e.g., videos, documentaries)
• Whiteboard and markers
• Handouts with key figures and events
• Access to online articles and databases

Class Size

20 Students

Length of Lesson

30 Minutes

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson corresponds with national curriculum standards for U.S. History, focusing on diverse perspectives and contributions throughout American history.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction	5 mins	Briefly introduce the topic of African American studies and its importance. Engage students with a question about what they already know.
2	Key Figures Discussion	10 mins	Present key figures in African American history (e.g., Frederick Douglass, Harriet Tubman, Rosa Parks). Group students for discussion.
3	Event Significance	5 mins	Discuss a few pivotal events (e.g., Civil Rights Movement, Emancipation Proclamation) and their impacts. Encourage students to share thoughts.
4	Multimedia Analysis	5 mins	Show a short video clip related to African American history. Follow with a guided discussion.
5	Homework Assignment	5 mins	Assign homework: Write a short reflection (1-2 paragraphs) on a chosen figure or event discussed in class. Provide guidelines.

Homework

• Each student will write a short reflection (1-2 paragraphs) on a chosen figure or event from African American history.
• Homework will be collected at the start of the next class, and feedback will be provided without individual presentations.

Assessment

• Monitor student engagement and participation during discussions.
• Review homework assignments for understanding of content covered in class.

Lesson script