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The Founding and Development of the European Union Lesson PlanThe Founding and Development of the European Union Lesson Plan
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Delegation of the European Union to the United States
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9th - 12th
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Social Studies & History
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The Founding and Development of the European Union

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How did Europe transition from a period of conflict to a period of sustained peace? As class members continue their study of the history and development of the European Union, groups examine the events in six time periods, from the EU's beginnings in 1945 through the adoption of a new currency in 2013.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

the european union, the cold war, the marshall plan, the euro

Additional Tags

social studies

Instructional Ideas

  • Have a seventh group investigate current challenges facing the EU

Classroom Considerations

  • The third in a series of six resources focusing on the European Union

Pros

  • The 20-page packet includes an overview of the lesson, links to required and supplemental materials, a presentation, step-by-step instructions, worksheets, a map, an assessment, and answer keys

Cons

  • Additional materials should be added to bring the lesson up-to-date

Common Core

RI.9-10.1 RI.11-12.1 RH.9-10.1 RH.11-12.1

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