Lesson Plan

Jane Addams and John Dewey

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Imagine living where there was eight inches of garbage on the street! These were the situations the Progressive movement sought to reform. Using video clips about John Dewey and Jane Addams, learners consider the philosophies and impact of the Progressive movement, including its ideas about education and democracy. Discussion questions and a chart help guide note taking and culminating activities. 

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CCSS: Adaptable
Instructional Ideas
  • Use a jigsaw approach to explore the video collection
  • Hold a Socratic seminar as a capstone activity for the lesson
Classroom Considerations
  • Learners must be able to view the video clips independently
Pros
  • Socratic seminar develops analytical skills
  • Jigsaw approach allows for breadth of coverage
Cons
  • None