Socialism & Anarchism in Whitechapel, c.1870 - c.1900 (Edexcel)

Why did tensions over immigration in Whitechapel get worse? [#5]

An introduction to the tensions surrounding anarchism and socialism in 19th C. Whitechapel, adapted for the Pearson Edexcel GCSE (9-1) Paper 1 - Thematic Study w/ Historic Environment. See my TES shop for other lesson and bundle offers!

Suitable as a standalone lesson or within the scheme of work!

Overview: Following an investigation into the Irish and Jewish communities that migrated to Whitechapel during the late-1800s, this lesson familiarises students with the tensions around socialism and anarchism. Students will also examine how these political views were linked to immigrants in Whitechapel, increasing the tensions there. The lesson culminates in an exam-style question.

Suitability: Designed for Key Stage 4 (Years 10 – 11), but highly suitable for upper-KS3.

Approximate Delivery Time: 50 – 60 Minutes

What will you get?

• Exam Question Focus - Embeded exam-style questions to familiarise students with the assessment phase, and success criteria.
• PowerPoint Presentation – Fully scaffolded PPT to support teaching. Note: The PPT may contain animations / clips.
• Scaffolded Worksheets – Printable worksheets to support teaching activities to a range of abilities.
• Adaptive Teaching Strategies – An adaptable lesson for a range of learning abilities, with a variety of activities (i.e., whiteboards; think-pair-share; stretch-and-challenge activities).
• Focus on Language - Tier 3 vocabulary is highlighted and defined throughout, to support disciplinary understanding.