Introduction to the Americas and WW2
1. America and its period of Isolationism |
In this lesson you will review the syllabus content and discuss the main reasons that America chose to abandon its policy of isolationism. Click here for the main power point.
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Further information:
- https://history.state.gov/milestones/1937-1945/american-isolationism
- https://www.thoughtco.com/the-evolution-of-american-isolationism-4123832
- http://www.cercles.com/n5/kennedy.pdf
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Hemispheric Relations
You will explore the hemispheric reactions of events in Europe and Asia and consider the impact of the following: inter-American diplomacy, cooperation and neutrality and FDR's Good Neighbour Policy (application and effects). Click here for the main power point.
The powerpoint on Latin America can be found here!
The powerpoint on Latin America can be found here!
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The Economic Impact of WWII on the USA
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In this lesson you will be considering how effectively the US was able to respond to the outbreak of war and the consequences that this has for the economy. You should use the resources to prepare for a seminar on the US economy and war. The main PPT can be found here.
Further information:
Further information:
- https://eh.net/encyclopedia/the-american-economy-during-world-war-ii/
- http://prospect.org/article/way-we-won-americas-economic-breakthrough-during-world-war-ii
- http://economicsandpeace.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/The-Economic-Consequences-of-War-on-US-Economy_0.pdf
- https://www.inforefuge.com/us-economy-ww2
THE DIPLOMATIC ROLE OF THE USA
These lessons will focus on the different conferences that are held throughout the war to establish policies and military strategies, although the USA, UK and the USSR only met twice. Overall, you should be able to assess how the Second World War changed relations between the USA and its Latin American neighbours. Click here for the main PPT.
| diplomatic_role_us_1941_to_1945__1___1_.docx |
Further information:
- https://history.state.gov/milestones/1937-1945/war-time-conferences
- https://www.trumanlibrary.org/teacher/potsdam.htm
- https://history.state.gov/milestones/1937-1945/tehran-conf
The Social Impact of WWII on the USA
In this lesson you will explore the impact of WWII on minorities in the USA. You will also consider the impact of the war on civil rights and how the war changed life in general for US people. Click here for the main PPT.
Further Information
Further Information
- https://www.atomicheritage.org/history/incarceration-japanese-americans-during-world-war-ii
- https://www.nationalww2museum.org/students-teachers/student-resources/research-starters/women-wwii
- https://www.loc.gov/exhibits/civil-rights-act/world-war-ii-and-post-war.html
- http://theconversation.com/african-american-gis-of-wwii-fighting-for-democracy-abroad-and-at-home-71780
THE MILITARY ROLE OF THE USA
For this syllabus point, you need to be able to outline the key military and diplomatic developments for two countries over the course of WW2. We will be examining the role of the US and Canada in detail.
1. What was the Military Role of the US in the Pacific?
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A3 Lesson Resource:
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2. How significant was the Military Role of the US in Europe?
Starter
Today, we will be working together to complete a massive job... getting a usable overview of the US military contribution in the European theatre of World War II. Please note that it is not possible to go beyond an overview of key events in which the US were involved, before coming to a judgment about how significant the US contribution was.
The class will be split into two groups today and you will therefore be individually responsible for one aspect of the conflict.
1. Open your group's document by clicking 'A' or 'B below.
Today, we will be working together to complete a massive job... getting a usable overview of the US military contribution in the European theatre of World War II. Please note that it is not possible to go beyond an overview of key events in which the US were involved, before coming to a judgment about how significant the US contribution was.
The class will be split into two groups today and you will therefore be individually responsible for one aspect of the conflict.
1. Open your group's document by clicking 'A' or 'B below.
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2. All of you watch the WW2 timeline and complete the relevant events as a group. You will then traffic light to indicate events most likely to demonstrate US involvement against Hitler.
3. Complete the section of reading allocated to you and fill out the relevant section on the grid. You have 20 minutes to complete. If you finish before everyone else either offer to help or go onto the extension task on page 2 (lecture). As you make notes, remember to be selective (you are primarily looking for events that demonstrate US involvement.
4. Take it in turns to talk through each section. Edit it as you go with the aim of keeping it on one side of A3.
5. Complete the extension on page 2 by listening to Professor Mark Stoler's viewpoint on the contribution to WW2 - this can offer a fantastic alternate viewpoint for an essay.
3. Complete the section of reading allocated to you and fill out the relevant section on the grid. You have 20 minutes to complete. If you finish before everyone else either offer to help or go onto the extension task on page 2 (lecture). As you make notes, remember to be selective (you are primarily looking for events that demonstrate US involvement.
4. Take it in turns to talk through each section. Edit it as you go with the aim of keeping it on one side of A3.
5. Complete the extension on page 2 by listening to Professor Mark Stoler's viewpoint on the contribution to WW2 - this can offer a fantastic alternate viewpoint for an essay.
Resources:
Key Debate: Why did Truman decide to use the atomic bomb?
Whether Truman was justified in dropping the nuclear bombs on Japan is a fascinating ethical question that has haunted politicians and military decision makers ever since. It is possible that this question will be the subject of an examination question too.
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Note taking frame:
Sources:
Challenging extension reading:
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Essay Marking Exercise:
Starter
Using highlighters to indicate where the students has:
- Introduced a point
- Offered Evidence
- Analysed in light of the question
- Linked
Using highlighters to indicate where the students has:
- Introduced a point
- Offered Evidence
- Analysed in light of the question
- Linked
| hiroshima_and_nagasaki.pdf |
Additional materials: Video
THE MILITARY ROLE OF CANADA
Why was Canada's military role in the Second World War important for the Allies?
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We will be taking shared responsibility for the note taking again today (as we did for the lesson on the US contribution). Here is the main PPT for the lesson.
1. Make notes from the video - 'Key Features of Canadian Involvement in the Second World war'
2. Open the appropriate document below for your group and complete as per the US task.
1. Make notes from the video - 'Key Features of Canadian Involvement in the Second World war'
2. Open the appropriate document below for your group and complete as per the US task.
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ESSAY PLANNING: Compare and contrast the military role of two countries in the Americas during the Second World War.
How do we answer a compare and contrast question?
Start a Google Doc and begin planning this answer for the US half.
How do we answer a compare and contrast question?
Start a Google Doc and begin planning this answer for the US half.
THE DIPLOMATIC ROLE OF THE US DURING WORLD WAR II
Phase 1: 1941-43 - The First Allied Conferences; from Washington to Quebec
Use this frame to analyse the first phase of World War 2 diplomacy
Use this frame to analyse the first phase of World War 2 diplomacy
| diplomatic_role_us_1941_to_1943.docx |
Phase 2: The Big Three Conferences: Tehran, Yalta and Potsdam (& a Recap on the SL Causes of The Cold War unit)
1. Remind yourself. Watch the first 30 minutes of the documentary below - note that it contains many witnesses from the time (including Kennan). Complete the worksheet as you go.
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2. Analysing the Conferences
You will be working in groups of 2 / 3. You will be given a resource pack (printed out) which you will read in order to complete the shared table below. You will need to:
i) Look at the table, recognise the key elements you are aiming to identify.
ii) Read your extract, discuss with your group key summary areas and condense into table. Avoid repetition and irrelevance.
iii) You will then present to the group.
iv) Note that the Yalta and Tehran groups have an additional responsibility
v) There will be a fact test on the rest of the grid the following lesson
Click on your group below:
You will be working in groups of 2 / 3. You will be given a resource pack (printed out) which you will read in order to complete the shared table below. You will need to:
i) Look at the table, recognise the key elements you are aiming to identify.
ii) Read your extract, discuss with your group key summary areas and condense into table. Avoid repetition and irrelevance.
iii) You will then present to the group.
iv) Note that the Yalta and Tehran groups have an additional responsibility
v) There will be a fact test on the rest of the grid the following lesson
Click on your group below:
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Phase 3: What was the Diplomatic Impact of World War 2 on HEMISPHERIC RELATIONS?
THE DIPLOMATIC ROLE OF CANADA DURING WWII
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1. Watch / read the presentation above and complete the research frame.
2. Consolidate your understanding by reviewing material in the textbook.
2. Consolidate your understanding by reviewing material in the textbook.
REVISE AND REVIEW: PLAN AND PRESENT A PAST PAPER ESSAY TITLE
PROCESS
a) You will be allocated either question 15 or 16 from one of the past papers below. You will work in a pair or a three.
b) You will have one lesson and a half to:
i) Complete a Dead Fish Planning Frame (or a version you create that follows a similar structure if that fits better).
ii) Create a four slide Google Presentation (Introduction written out formally and in full, one slide summarising each theme in your essay, conclusion)
c) Share all resources
2016:
b) You will have one lesson and a half to:
i) Complete a Dead Fish Planning Frame (or a version you create that follows a similar structure if that fits better).
ii) Create a four slide Google Presentation (Introduction written out formally and in full, one slide summarising each theme in your essay, conclusion)
c) Share all resources
2016:
| history_route_2_paper_3_aspects_of_the_history_of_the_americas__hl.pdf |
| history_route_2_paper_3_aspects_of_the_history_of_the_americas__hl_markscheme.pdf |
2015:
| history_route_2_paper_3_aspects_of_the_history_of_the_americas__hl__1_.pdf |
| history_route_2_paper_3_aspects_of_the_history_of_the_americas__hl_markscheme__1_.pdf |
2014:
| history_route_2_paper_3_aspects_of_the_history_of_the_americas__hl__2_.pdf |
| history_route_2_paper_3_aspects_of_the_history_of_the_americas__hl_markscheme__2_.pdf |
DEAD FISH
| 4._dead_fish_plan_frame.pdf |
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