Cold War Proxy Wars: Vietnam War

This Vietnam War lesson starts with a background reading and questions on tensions with the French and the Domino Theory. Students will make predictions about arguments for and against entering the war and the impact of public opinion. Next, they will map a divided Vietnam and surrounding areas to evaluate Domino Theory. Students will be given primary sources to categorize if the source supports or challenges the war and ultimately write a thesis statement if they think the war was justified. This is lesson 3 of 3 in a mini-unit integrating civics and history.
Resource ID#: 209791 Type: Lesson Plan
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Subject(s): Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Document Camera, Computer for Presenter, Internet Connection, Overhead Projector, Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 50 Minute(s)
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Keywords: Cold War, Unit Plan, Containment, Vietnam War, Communism, Thesis Statements
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Image/Photograph,  Text Resource
Instructional Design Framework(s): Confirmation Inquiry (Level 1)
Resource Collection: Integrated Social Studies with Civics Teacher Resources - Grades 6-12

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