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This The President Under the Articles of Confederation lesson plan also includes:
- Before and Beyond the Constitution: Worksheet 1
- Before and Beyond the Constitution: Worksheet 2
- Before and Beyond the Constitution: Worksheet 3
- Celebrating Constitution Day
- The Chief Executives Compared: The Federalist Papers
- Gilbert Stuart portrait of George Washington
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The Articles of Confederation sounds like one big, fancy title to middle schoolers. Here, scaffolded steps help to ease novices into understanding this all-important American document. Discussion questions, activity activities, and ideas for assessment help to lessen time spent planning and increase time spent instructing.
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Instructional Ideas
- Individualize learning for GATE students by analyzing the motivations of famous signers of the Articles of Confederation
- Differentiate for English learners by providing a document of the discussion questions and utilizing translation, visual aid, or fill-in-the-blank notes depending on literacy level
Classroom Considerations
- Learners preknowledge includes an understanding of The Declaration of Independence and the colonists' grievances
- The first in a sequential series of three, this plan serves as a knowledge base for further, more in-depth lessons
Pros
- Discussion questions enhance the learning experience
Cons
- The lesson plan does not give a measurable objective or authentic rubric for assessment