The New Technologies of WWI Lesson

© History Skills
© History Skills

Learning objectives

In this lesson, students will gain an understanding of the role of new technologies during World War One. They will develop an awareness of the development of military technology such as the use of tanks, aeroplanes, and chemical weapons (gas). 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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World War I Technologies Reading Questio
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Step 2: Answer the set questions while reading the webpage below:


Option 2: Internet research


Download a copy of this research worksheet and use the internet to fill in the table.

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World War I Technologies Research Worksh
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