Understanding Progressivism in U.S. History

Mr. Cam introduces a Social Studies lesson focused on progressivism in U.S. history. The lesson is divided into five sections, each with an oral quiz to promote high-level discussion. Students create foldable notes from lesson pages and fill in blanks using a PowerPoint. The lesson begins with a word study of progressivism, exploring its old and new definitions, and concludes with relevant vocabulary. The aim is to integrate Common Core standards and provide an introduction to progressivism.

What is the main focus of Mr. Cam's lesson?

• Mathematical concepts

• Science experiments

• Progressivism in U.S. history

• The history of the Internet

How are the oral quizzes designed to be used in the classroom?

• For students to draw diagrams

• To test mathematical skills

• To encourage high-level discussion

• For students to memorize facts

What is the purpose of the foldable pages in the lesson?

• To create a decorative notebook

• To make it easier to carry

• To help students organize and review notes

• To save paper

What is the initial focus of the lesson on progressivism?

• A study of ancient civilizations

• A comparison of different countries

• A word study of progressivism

• A detailed history of the U.S.

Why does the lesson start with the old definition of progressivism?

• To highlight the importance of history

• To demonstrate that definitions can change over time

• To confuse students

• To show that definitions remain constant

What scenario is used in the lesson to challenge the old definition of progressivism?

• A historical event

• A scientific experiment

• A modern political debate

• A fictional story

What is the goal of introducing the new definition of progressivism?

• To align with ancient definitions

• To make it more complex

• To provide a more nuanced and accurate understanding

• To simplify the concept

What vocabulary is necessary to understand the new definition of progressivism?

• Historical dates

• Mathematical terms

• Scientific jargon

• Terms like pressure groups and coalitions

What is the intended outcome of this lesson on progressivism?

• To teach advanced mathematical concepts

• To explore ancient civilizations

• To introduce the concept of progressivism

• To provide a comprehensive history of the U.S.

What does Mr. Cam hope to do in the future regarding this lesson?

• Focus on a different subject

• Remove the lesson entirely

• Simplify the existing content

• Add more content to the unit