Lesson on Wednesday, December 7, 2016

Aim: What were the major factors that contributed to the United States' imperialistic movement?

Bell Ringer: Grade Progressive Moments Attachment G.

Objectives:

1.Students will explain the motives of the United States’ acquisition of the territories.  

3.Students will examine causes, course, and consequences of the Spanish-American War. 

Agenda:

1.Bell Ringer (10 min) 

2.Complete Map Activity (10 min) 

3.Complete Concept Map presentations (15 min) 

4.Complete the US Imperialism note-taking guide (Attachment C) using textbook (McGraw-Hill United States History & Geography pp. 142-157). (rest of class) 

5.Divide class into two groups and assign reading for HW for tomorrow's debate. 

Home Learning: Read assigned areas of Attachment D and complete the questions on the map “America Becomes a World Power”