Canadian Identity during the First World War
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Authors
Erickson, Kathryn
Sheedy, Jordan
Sinclair, Karlee
Date
2015-04-20
Type
other
Language
en
Keyword
Historical Significance , Billy Bishop , Evidence , McAdam Shovel , Continuity and Change , National Hockey League , NHL , Cause and Consequence , Group of Seven , Historical Perspectives , Music , Ethical Dimension , Propaganda , Primary Source , Canadian Hero , Canadian Invention , Propaganda Posters
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Abstract
Using a variety of sources, historical thinking concepts, activities and assignments,
these lessons allow for students to use primary sources as significant pieces of evidence in
furthering their understanding Canadian identity, citizenship and heritage. To establish Historical
Significance, students will use their own critical thinking skills to determine whether or not Billy
Bishop should be considered a hero. Considering Canadian inventions as Evidence, students will
work to consider what makes something important in history and how to represent that
knowledge. They will explore the shaping of Canada's identity with the establishment and
contributions of the National Hockey League and how it continues to develop a sense of pride,
unity, and comradeship over the course of time. Using the Group of Seven's artwork, students
will examine the cause and consequences of their paintings and to explore how this group has
been a culturally driven influence on Canada's identity. Using music popular during World War I
students will explore the different historical perspectives of various groups throughout Canada at
the time. Through examining propaganda posters students will consider the ethical issue of food
and the value Canadians places on the lives of soldiers and civilians during World War I.
Description
Historical thinking resource pack of 6 history lesson plans for Queen's University Faculty of Education B.Ed. course: Intermediate-Senior History.