SS2 Second Term History Lesson Note and Scheme of Work

SS2 History Lesson Note and Scheme of Work

Second Term:

Week 1: Introduction to World Wars

Lesson: Overview of World War I and its aftermath

Activity: Research and presentation on a key figure from World War I

Week 2: World War II: Causes and Consequences

Lesson: Examining the factors leading to World War II and its impact

Activity: Group discussion on the lessons learned from World War II

Week 3: The Cold War Era

Lesson: Understanding the Cold War and its global implications

Activity: Simulation of a Cold War diplomatic negotiation

Week 4: Decolonization and Independence Movements

Lesson: Exploration of decolonization movements in Africa and Asia

Activity: Role-playing exercise depicting a key moment in a decolonization movement

Week 5: Postcolonial Africa and Asia

Lesson: Analyzing the challenges and opportunities in postcolonial societies

Activity: Group project on a selected postcolonial nation’s development

Week 6: The United Nations and International Relations

Lesson: Studying the formation and role of the United Nations

Activity: Model United Nations (MUN) simulation

Week 7: The Space Race and Technological Advancements

Lesson: Examining the Space Race and its impact on technology

Activity: Design a futuristic technology concept

Week 8: Civil Rights Movements

Lesson: Exploration of civil rights movements globally

Activity: Class discussion on the role of individuals in promoting civil rights

Week 9: Globalization and Modern World Issues

Lesson: Understanding globalization and contemporary challenges

Activity: Research and presentation on a current global issue

Week 10: Contemporary Conflicts and Peacekeeping

Lesson: Analyzing modern conflicts and international peacekeeping efforts

Activity: Debate on the effectiveness of peacekeeping missions

Week 11: Revision Week

Review and clarification of key concepts

Practice tests and group discussions

Week 12: Examination Week

Conducting written and oral examinations

Week 13: School Dismissal Week

Recap of the term’s learnings

Distribution of results and feedback session.