The Second Sino-Japanese War Begins: A General Learning Lesson Plan

Lesson Details

This lesson is designed for high school students studying world history. It will cover the beginning of the Second Sino-Japanese War, with Japan invading China and leading to years of conflict. The lesson will take approximately 90 minutes to complete.

Learning Outcomes

• Know the key events that led to the Second Sino-Japanese War
• Understand the impact of the war on China and Japan
• Can analyze primary sources to gain a deeper understanding of the conflict

Methodology

The lesson will begin with a brief lecture on the events leading up to the Second Sino-Japanese War. Students will then work in pairs to analyze primary sources, such as newspaper articles and political cartoons, to gain a deeper understanding of the conflict. The class will then come together for a group discussion on the impact of the war on China and Japan.

Resources/Materials

• Primary source documents (newspaper articles, political cartoons, etc.)
• Whiteboard and markers
• Projector and screen

Activities

• Brief lecture on events leading up to the Second Sino-Japanese War (20 minutes)
• Pair work analyzing primary sources (30 minutes)
• Group discussion on impact of the war on China and Japan (30 minutes)
• Wrap-up and review (10 minutes)