Provide "acknowledged body of knowledge" related to the concept. Emphasize the most significant aspects of the concept in an organized, organic manner. Present information sequentially so students see continuity. Draw attention to important, discrete details; don't swamp students with myriad facts.

Lecture: WW1

Objective: Students will understand the factors that led to World War I.

Activity: Students will listen to and take notes over a teacher delivered lecture of the causes of World War I – Nationalism, Militarism, Imperialism, and the System of Alliances. Explain how each of these factors contributed to hostility between the countries of Europe without discussing directly which country was most motivated by each factor.


Assessment: Confident. Students should feel secure in their knowledge of the underlying causes of World War I.