The Cold War Space Race Lesson

In this lesson, students will examine the causes and consequences of the Space Race, exploring how Cold War rivalry between the United States and the Soviet Union drove both nations to achieve remarkable milestones in space exploration. They will also investigate the military and political consequences of this competition, from the development of intercontinental ballistic missiles to the international treaties that followed. 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.