Unveiling Hitler's Germany: A Journey from 1933 to 1945

Unveiling Hitler's Germany: A Journey from 1933 to 1945

Unit Objective

By  the end of these sessions,  you will understand the key events and factors contributing to Hitler's rise to power and life in Germany from 1933 to 1945.

What do you already know about Hitler's rise to power and life in Germany during 1933-1945?

Week 1: The Weimar Republic

Explore the challenges faced by the Weimar Republic and the political instability in post-World War I Germany.

Week 2: The Rise of Hitler

Examine Hitler's early political career, the formation of the Nazi Party, and the factors that contributed to his popularity.

Week 3: Consolidating Power

Discuss Hitler's appointment as Chancellor, the Reichstag fire, and the Enabling Act.

Week 4: Life under the Nazis

Explore the impact of Nazi policies on various social groups in Germany, including Jews, women, and youth.

Week 5: Propaganda and Indoctrination

Analyze the role of propaganda and the Hitler Youth in shaping public opinion and loyalty to the Nazi regime.

Week 6: The Holocaust

Investigate the systematic persecution and extermination of Jews and other minority groups under Nazi rule.

Week 7: Total War and Allied Occupation

Examine the impact of World War II on Germany and the subsequent Allied occupation.

Week 8: Reflection and Legacy

Reflect on the lasting legacy of Hitler's rule and its impact on global history and contemporary society.

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.