Lesson Plan: The Vatican City becomes an independent state under the Lateran Treaty

Details of the Lesson

Subject: History

Grade Level: High School

Duration: 1 hour

Learning Outcomes: By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

• Know the history of the Lateran Treaty
• Understand the significance of the Lateran Treaty
• Analyze the impact of the Lateran Treaty on the Vatican City

Methodology

The lesson will be delivered through a combination of lecture, discussion, and group activities.

Resources/Materials Required

• Textbook: World History, Chapter 12
• Handout: The Lateran Treaty
• Whiteboard and markers

Activities

1. Introduction (10 minutes)

• Teacher will introduce the topic of the Lateran Treaty and its significance
• Teacher will ask students what they know about the Vatican City and its relationship with Italy

2. Lecture (20 minutes)

• Teacher will provide a brief history of the Lateran Treaty
• Teacher will explain the terms of the treaty and its impact on the Vatican City

3. Group Activity (20 minutes)

• Students will be divided into groups of 4-5
• Each group will be given a set of questions related to the Lateran Treaty
• Students will discuss the questions and come up with answers

4. Discussion (10 minutes)

• Teacher will lead a class discussion on the impact of the Lateran Treaty on the Vatican City

Assessment

Students will be assessed based on their participation in the group activity and class discussion.

Conclusion

By the end of the lesson, students should have a better understanding of the Lateran Treaty and its impact on the Vatican City.