Lesson Plan: The 14th Amendment to the United States Constitution

Lesson Details

Subject: History

Grade Level: High School

Duration: 1 hour

Learning Outcomes

• Know the history and significance of the 14th Amendment to the United States Constitution
• Understand the impact of the 14th Amendment on citizenship and equal protection under the law
• Can analyze and interpret primary sources related to the 14th Amendment

Methodology

This lesson will be delivered through a combination of lecture, discussion, and primary source analysis.

Materials

• Textbook or online resources on the 14th Amendment
• Primary sources related to the 14th Amendment, such as court cases and speeches
• Whiteboard or chalkboard and writing utensils

Activities

1. Introduction (10 minutes): Begin by providing a brief overview of the 14th Amendment and its significance. Ask students to share what they already know about the amendment.
2. Lecture (20 minutes): Provide a more detailed lecture on the history and impact of the 14th Amendment. Use primary sources to illustrate key points and encourage discussion.
3. Primary Source Analysis (20 minutes): Divide students into small groups and provide each group with a primary source related to the 14th Amendment. Ask them to analyze the source and discuss its significance in relation to the amendment.
4. Class Discussion (10 minutes): Bring the class back together and have each group share their analysis of their primary source. Encourage discussion and debate.
5. Assessment (10 minutes): Have students individually write a short essay on the significance of the 14th Amendment and its impact on citizenship and equal protection under the law.

Compliance

This lesson plan is compliant with the Common Core State Standards for History/Social Studies.