The Marshall Plan Lesson

Source: https://pixabay.com/photos/american-flags-flag-flags-american-169169/
Source: https://pixabay.com/photos/american-flags-flag-flags-american-169169/

Learning objectives

In this lesson, students will explore the historical context and significance of the Marshall Plan and the Truman Doctrine, understanding their roles in rebuilding post-World War II Europe, containing the spread of communism, and shaping the geopolitical landscape during the early days of the Cold War. Additionally, students will analyze the economic, political, and strategic implications of these initiatives, examining how they benefited both European countries and American interests, and fostered cooperation and development in Europe. Students will have the opportunity to achieve this through choosing their own method of learning, from reading, research, and watching options, as well as the chance to engage in extension activities. This lesson includes a self-marking quiz for students to demonstrate their learning.

How would you like to learn?

Option 1: Reading


Step 1: Download a copy of the reading questions worksheet below:

Download
Marshall Plan Reading Questions.docx
Microsoft Word Document 22.0 KB

Step 2: Answer the set questions by reading the following webpage:


Option 2: Internet research


Download a copy of the research worksheet below and use the internet to complete the tables.

Download
Marshall Plan Research Worksheet.docx
Microsoft Word Document 22.9 KB

Option 3: Watch video


Step 1: Download a copy of the viewing questions worksheet below:

Download
The Marshall Plan Viewing Questions.docx
Microsoft Word Document 23.0 KB

Step 2: Answer the set questions by watching the following video:


Test your learning



Extension activities



Resources for subscribers