Understanding 1916
Lesson 1: Before the Revolution
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The first lesson in the module will explore the historical background to the Easter Rising by introducing pupils to the social, political and cultural factors that shaped Ireland before 1916. The lesson outlines the political tensions surrounding the introduction of Home Rule in 1912. We see how the Home Rule crisis was a pivotal event leading to the Easter Rising.
Lesson Intentions
- Discuss the range of views and experiences that shaped people’s political views and activities; and
- Explain the origins of the Home Rule in 1912 and summarise the reactions to it.
Areas of Learning
Environment and Society
History
Objective 1: Developing pupils as Individuals
Explore how history has affected their personal identity, culture and lifestyle.
(Personal Understanding)
Investigate individuals who are considered to have taken a significant moral stand and examine their motivation and legacy.
(Moral Character)
Objective 2: Developing pupils as Contributors to Society
Investigate the long and short term causes and consequences of the partition of Ireland and how it has influenced Northern Ireland today including key events and turning points.
(Citizenship)
Investigate the impact of significant events/ideas of the 20th century on the world.
(Cultural Understanding)
Investigate critical issues in history or historical figures who have behaved ethically or unethically.
(Ethical Awareness)
Learning for Life & Work
Local and Global Citizenship
Diversity and Inclusion
Investigate factors including religious and political that influence individual and group identity.
Language and Literacy
English with Media Education
Objective 1: Developing pupils as Individuals
Engage, through language, with their peers and with fictional and real-life characters and situations, to explore their own emotions and develop creative potential.
(Personal Understanding)
Explore and respond to others’ emotions as encountered in literature, the media, moving image and peer discussion.
(Mutual Understanding)
Explore the use of language and imagery in conveying and evoking a variety of powerful feelings.
(Spiritual Awareness)
Objective 2: Developing pupils as Contributors to Society
Use literature, drama, poetry or the moving image to explore others’ needs and rights.
(Citizenship))
Explore how different cultures and beliefs are reflected in a range of communication methods.
(Cultural Understanding)
Irish with Media Education
Objective 1: Developing pupils as Individuals
Engage, through language, with their peers and with fictional and real-life characters and situations, to explore their own emotions and develop creative potential.
(Personal Understanding)
Explore and respond to others’ emotions as encountered in literature, the media, moving image and peer discussion.
(Mutual Understanding)
Develop an understanding of the power of languages (including bi-lingualism and body language) to communicate and empathise with others.
(Mutual Understanding)
Explore the use of language and imagery in conveying and evoking a variety of powerful feelings.
(Spiritual Awareness)
The Arts
Art and Design
Objective 1: Developing pupils as Individuals
Express themselves through Art and Design.
(Personal Understanding)
Tasks
A number of tasks have been developed in order to help pupils progress in a number of desirable Using ICT skills and Thinking Skills and Personal Capabilities. This lesson in particular helps develop their knowledge, understanding and skills by engaging the pupils in a number of active learning activities and digital tasks.
Using ICT
- Researching
- Desktop Publishing
- Working with Images
Thinking Skills and Personal Capabilities
- Managing Information
- Thinking, Problem-Solving, Decision-Making
- Being Creative
- Working with Others
- Self-Management
