Activism in the 1950s - Notting Hill riots

• History
• Lower Secondary (Key Stage 3)

Activism in the 1950s: Voices for Change

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to understand the impact of activism in the 1950s and make a judgement on its significance.

What do you already know about activism in the 1950s?

Slide 1: Introduction

The 1950s was a period of significant activism in both the UK and the USA. Activists fought for various causes, bringing about important social and political changes.

Slide 2: Impact of Activism

Activism in the 1950s had a profound impact on society. It led to the advancement of civil rights, women's rights, and LGBTQ+ rights, challenging discriminatory laws and promoting equality.

Slide 3: Activism in the UK

In the UK, activism in the 1950s played a pivotal role in the decolonization process, with movements demanding independence for colonies and challenging British imperialism.

Slide 4: Activism in the USA

In the USA, activism in the 1950s was highlighted by the Civil Rights Movement, led by prominent figures like Martin Luther King Jr. and Rosa Parks, fighting against racial segregation and advocating for equal rights.

Slide 5: AFL Activity 1

Multiple Choice Quiz: Which of the following rights movements was NOT a significant part of activism in the 1950s?

A) Civil Rights Movement
B) Women's Rights Movement
C) Environmental Rights Movement
D) LGBTQ+ Rights Movement

Slide 6: AFL Activity 2

True or False: Activism in the 1950s had no impact on the decolonization process in the UK.

A) True
B) False

Slide 7: Reflect and Conclude

Now that we have explored the impact of activism in the 1950s, take a moment to reflect on the most significant impact you believe it had. Share your thoughts with a partner and be prepared to present your judgment to the class.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.