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Introduction
This activity, “Women in History Lesson Plan“, encourages students to research and write a biography about a prominent woman who made history, helping them understand the impact of influential women in shaping our world.
Before exploring the lesson, let’s have a look at the details of the lesson plan.
Lesson Details
Women in History Lesson Plan
- Level: Intermediate to Advanced (suitable for high school or adult learners)
- Objectives:
- To develop research and critical thinking skills.
- To enhance writing abilities by composing a well-structured biography.
- To foster an appreciation for the contributions of women in history.
- To encourage collaborative learning through discussion and sharing of research findings.
- Materials:
- Access to the internet or library for research.
- Printed copies of the biographical data form.
- Texts or articles about prominent women (provided by the teacher or selected by students).
- Writing materials (notebooks, pens, or digital devices).
- Duration:
- Introduction and Discussion: 10 minutes
- Research and Reading: 1-2 class periods or as homework
- Biography Writing: 1 class period or as homework
- Presentation and Sharing: 30 minutes to 1 class period (optional)
Women in History Lesson Plan: A Research and Biography Writing Activity
1. Discussion on International Women’s Day:
- Start by asking students when International Women’s Day takes place and what the celebration stands for.
2. Reading and Exploration:
- Have students read a text about a prominent woman in history. Below are some useful websites that offer interesting material about influential women:
- More resources can be found through Larry Ferlazo‘s curated links.
3. Research and Biography Writing:
- Provide students with a biographical data form (see below) to guide their research.
- Assign students to research a famous woman who has made a significant impact in history.
- After their research, students will write a detailed biography using the information they’ve gathered.
Biographical Data Form
Name: ________
Date: ________
Directions:
Pick a woman who helped shape history and write a short biography about her life using the following guidelines.
- Name: ________
- Year of Birth: ________
- Place of Birth: ________
- Who did she help?: ________
- State their single greatest accomplishment: ________
- Describe the accomplishment in detail: ________
- How did she achieve this feat? ________
- Year of Death (if applicable): ________
Conclusion
This activity not only enhances students’ research and writing skills but also fosters an appreciation for the contributions of women in history. By exploring the lives of these influential figures, students gain insight into the challenges these women faced and the lasting impact of their achievements.
