Overview of Operation Barbarossa Lesson

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Learning objectives

In this lesson, students will gain an understanding of the German invasion of Russia during World War Two. They will develop an awareness of the key people, events, and concepts associated with this event. Students will have the opportunity to achieve this through choosing their own method of learning, from reading, source analysis, research, and video 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 the reading questions worksheet below:

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Barbarossa Reading Questions.docx
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Step 2: Answer the questions while reading the webpage below:


Option 2: Internet research


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

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Barbarossa Research Worksheet.docx
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