The Sinking of the Titanic Lesson

A detailed model of the RMS Titanic, displayed in a glass case at a museum, with surrounding exhibits visible in the background under dim lighting.
A model of the Titanic in a glass case. © History Skills

Learning objectives

In this lesson, students will examine the key events and decisions that led to the sinking of the Titanic in 1912. They will also explore how the disaster prompted major changes to maritime safety regulations around the world. Students will have the opportunity to achieve this through choosing their own method of learning, from reading and research 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:

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Titanic Reading Questions.docx
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Step 2: Answer the set questions by reading the following web page:


Option 2: Internet research


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

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Titanic Research.docx
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