Impact of the 1st Industrial Revolution: France, Great Britain, and Germany

Impact of the 1st Industrial Revolution: France, Great Britain, and Germany

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to understand the general timeline of the 1st Industrial Revolution and its social, economic, and political impact in France, Great Britain, and Germany.

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What do you already know about the 1st Industrial Revolution?

What is the 1st Industrial Revolution?

The 1st Industrial Revolution was a period of major industrialization that took place during the 18th and 19th centuries.

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Timeline

1760-1840. The 1st Industrial Revolution started in Great Britain and spread to France and Germany.

Show a timeline of the 1st Industrial Revolution and explain its general timeline.

Great Britain

Great Britain was the birthplace of the 1st Industrial Revolution. It brought about new machines, like the steam engine, which revolutionized the textile industry.

Explain the impact of the 1st Industrial Revolution in Great Britain.

France

France was the second country to experience the 1st Industrial Revolution. It had a positive impact on the country's economy and society, but also caused social unrest.

Explain the impact of the 1st Industrial Revolution in France.

Germany

Germany experienced the 1st Industrial Revolution later than Great Britain and France. It had a significant impact on the country's economy and led to the creation of a powerful industrial sector.

Explain the impact of the 1st Industrial Revolution in Germany.

Social Impact

The 1st Industrial Revolution led to the growth of cities, a rise in population, and an increase in the standard of living.

Explain the social impact of the 1st Industrial Revolution.

Economic Impact

The 1st Industrial Revolution led to the growth of the economy, the rise of capitalism, and the creation of new jobs.

Explain the economic impact of the 1st Industrial Revolution.

Political Impact

The 1st Industrial Revolution led to changes in the political landscape, including the rise of liberalism and the growth of industrialized nations.

Explain the political impact of the 1st Industrial Revolution.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

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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.