The RMS Titanic Sinks After Hitting an Iceberg in the North Atlantic

Lesson Plan

Details of the Lesson

This lesson plan is designed for a history class and covers the sinking of the RMS Titanic after hitting an iceberg in the North Atlantic. The lesson will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

Learning Outcomes

• Know the events leading up to the sinking of the RMS Titanic
• Understand the impact of the sinking on the world
• Can analyze primary sources related to the sinking

Methodology

The lesson will begin with a brief lecture on the events leading up to the sinking of the RMS Titanic. Students will then work in pairs to analyze primary sources related to the sinking, such as newspaper articles and survivor accounts. Finally, the class will come together for a group discussion on the impact of the sinking on the world.

Resources/Materials Required

• Primary sources related to the sinking of the RMS Titanic
• Whiteboard and markers
• Laptop and projector

Activities

1. Lecture on the events leading up to the sinking of the RMS Titanic
2. Pair work analyzing primary sources related to the sinking
3. Group discussion on the impact of the sinking on the world

Assessment

Assessment will be based on the quality of analysis of primary sources and participation in the group discussion.