The Enlightenment Influences on the Declaration of Independence

Students will become familiar with important Enlightenment philosphers, their ideas, and how they influenced the creation of 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, LCD Projector, Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 45 Minute(s)
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Keywords: Enlightenment, philosophy, Enlightenment thinkers, Age of Reason, Enlightenment thinkers, Rousseau, John Locke, Thomas Jefferson, Declaration of Independence, Jean - Jacques Rousseau, Baron de Montesquieu, Natural Law, Reason, Enlightenment, Thomas Jefferson, Founding Fathers, social contract, Founders, American Revolution, 1776, Independence Day, 4th of July, Fourth of July
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Presentation/Slideshow,  Text Resource,  Formative Assessment
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction
Resource Collection: Integrated Social Studies with Civics Teacher Resources - Grades 6-12

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