The Potsdam Conference: A Lesson Plan

Lesson Details

Subject: History

Grade Level: High School

Duration: 90 minutes

Learning Outcomes

• Know the key leaders of the Allied powers who attended the Potsdam Conference
• Understand the main issues discussed at the Potsdam Conference
• Can analyze the impact of the Potsdam Conference on the post-World War II world

Methodology

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

Resources/Materials

• Textbook readings on the Potsdam Conference
• Primary source documents from the Potsdam Conference
• Whiteboard and markers
• Handouts for group activities

Activities

1. Lecture on the key leaders of the Allied powers who attended the Potsdam Conference
2. Class discussion on the main issues discussed at the Potsdam Conference
3. Group activity where students analyze primary source documents from the Potsdam Conference and present their findings to the class
4. Closure activity where students reflect on the impact of the Potsdam Conference on the post-World War II world

Assessment

Assessment will be based on participation in class discussion, group activity, and completion of the closure activity.