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, text, film and filmstrips. Text questions and time line of events.

Objective: To comprehend the structure of the institutions and events of the period preceding the Revolutionary War.

Activity: Students read assigned text chapters. Teacher lecture covers significant events, with accompanying filmstrips and film. Students answer questions in text and create a timeline for chronicling significant events. In addition, they will complete filmstrip and movie worksheets.

Assessment: Student notetaking and teacher checking for understanding through class discussion and completion of text/worksheet questions.