Crisis+in+Berlin+(Duke,+Matt+W.,+Julie)

__Planning Guide__

Content: (What do you want students to know and be able to do?)﻿ : The students should understand how the Berlin Crisis contributed to the tension between the US and USSR. Specifically, they should understand the Berlin Airlift ( what it was, how it contributed to the Cold War, why it was necessary) and the importance of the city of Berlin.

Pedagogy: Day 1 1. Read article-Airlift Article and questions and answer questions- 2. Power Point Notes -powerpoint review 3. Video clip- video

Day 2 1. Final Word- Article from Day 1 2. In Groups- Brainstorm Terms They Associate witrh Berlin Conflict 3. Use Primary Pad to collect student brainstorming 4. Upload Primary pad info to Wordle 5. Groups Present Findings

Technology: powerpoint, video clip off of teacher tube, wordle, primary pad, technology station (computer/projection/smart board)

__Next Steps__

What next steps will you take to implement this lesson? continue being comfortable with the technology, teaching methods, and content.

Timeline: When are you planning to implement the lesson? During Cold War Unit

Follow Ups: Any other questions or concerns? 1. Is there enough time to implement The Final Word this year? 2. Computer availability is an issue.