The Enlightenment and The Declaration of Independence

Students will compare and contrast Enlightenment philosophers John Locke and Thomas Hobbes to Thomas Jefferson and the Declaration of Independence. 
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Subject(s): Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 40 Minute(s)
Keywords: Declaration of Independence, Thomas Hobbes, John Locke, Thomas Jefferson, Enligthenment, social contract, consent of the governed
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Presentation/Slideshow
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction, Confirmation Inquiry (Level 1)
Resource Collection: Integrated Social Studies with Civics Teacher Resources - Grades 6-12

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