Second Term: SS3 History Lesson Note and Scheme of Work

Week 1: The Renaissance and Age of Exploration (Continued)

• Lesson Note: Delve deeper into the Renaissance and the impact of European exploration.
• Scheme of Work: Analyze the cultural and scientific developments of the Renaissance. Map activities depicting exploration routes.

Week 2: The Enlightenment and Revolutions

• Lesson Note: Examine the Enlightenment’s influence on revolutions, including the American and French Revolutions.
• Scheme of Work: Class debates on revolutionary ideals. Creative projects illustrating key revolutionary figures.

Week 3: Industrial Revolution and Its Social Impact

• Lesson Note: Explore the social consequences of the Industrial Revolution.
• Scheme of Work: Investigate labor movements and urbanization. Role-playing scenarios depicting societal changes.

Week 4: 19th Century Nationalism

• Lesson Note: Discuss the rise of nationalism and its role in shaping 19th-century Europe.
• Scheme of Work: Analyze primary sources on nationalist movements. Group projects on the unification of Italy and Germany.

Week 5: Imperialism and Colonialism

• Lesson Note: Examine the motives and consequences of European imperialism.
• Scheme of Work: Research projects on colonial experiences. Debates on the impact of imperialism on indigenous societies.

Week 6: World War I

• Lesson Note: Investigate the causes and effects of World War I.
• Scheme of Work: Simulation activities portraying historical events. Analyze war poetry and literature.

Week 7: Interwar Period

• Lesson Note: Explore the aftermath of World War I and the challenges leading to World War II.
• Scheme of Work: Research projects on the Treaty of Versailles. Class discussions on the rise of totalitarian regimes.

Week 8: World War II

• Lesson Note: Analyze the major events and consequences of World War II.
• Scheme of Work: Multimedia presentations on key battles. Discuss the Holocaust and the impact on post-war global politics.

Week 9: The Cold War

• Lesson Note: Examine the ideological conflict between the United States and the Soviet Union.
• Scheme of Work: Role-playing activities simulating Cold War tensions. Analyze primary sources from the Cold War era.

Week 10: Independence Movements in Africa and Asia

• Lesson Note: Discuss the post-World War II wave of decolonization in Africa and Asia.
• Scheme of Work: Case studies on independence leaders. Class debates on the challenges of nation-building in newly independent states.

Week 11: Revision Week

• Lesson Note: Review key concepts and address any remaining questions before examinations.
• Scheme of Work: Practice exams, group discussions, and interactive revision sessions.

Week 12: Examination Week

• Lesson Note: Conduct end-of-term examinations to assess students’ understanding.
• Scheme of Work: Ensure a fair and structured examination environment.

Week 13: School Dismissal Week

• Lesson Note: Recap the term’s highlights, provide feedback, and bid farewell to students.

Scheme of Work: Reflective activities, sharing thoughts on the term. Distribute report cards and acknowledge students’ efforts.