The First Crusade: A Journey to the Holy Land

The First Crusade: A Journey to the Holy Land

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will understand what the First Crusade was and why it happened.

What do you already know about the First Crusade?

Introduction

The First Crusade was a major historical event that took place in the 11th century.

What was the First Crusade?

The First Crusade was a military expedition initiated by Western European Christians to regain control of Jerusalem from the Muslims.

Why did it happen?

It happened due to the call from Pope Urban II to reclaim the Holy Land and to unite Christendom.

Interactive Activity: Map Exploration

Explore a map showing the route of the First Crusade and the locations involved.

Impact of the First Crusade

The First Crusade had lasting effects on the relationship between the East and West, and it led to the establishment of Crusader states.

Key Figures

Learn about key figures such as Godfrey of Bouillon, Peter the Hermit, and Baldwin I of Jerusalem.

Conclusion

Summarize the main points about the First Crusade and its significance in history.

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.