Lesson Plan | Lesson Plan Iteratif Teachy | State Building

Goal

Duration: 10 - 15 minutes

The goal of this step is to give students a clear framework of the learning objectives, enabling them to connect the concepts of power and democracy with the formation of the modern state. This foundation will set the stage for the practical activities and discussions in the lesson, ensuring that students are well-prepared to engage meaningfully with the content.

Goal Utama:

1. Understand the key ideas and features of how the modern state is formed, particularly focusing on power and democracy.

2. Identify the historical and social processes that played a pivotal role in the creation of modern states.

Goal Sekunder:

1. Relate historical concepts to the current dynamics of state power in today's societies.
2. Encourage thoughtful reflection on different models of governance and the state throughout history.

Introduction

Duration: 15 - 20 minutes

📝 This step aims to engage students right from the start of the lesson, using digital tools to bridge theoretical content with relevant and contemporary examples. This warm-up encourages students to remember what they studied at home and gets them ready for the discussions and activities ahead. The key questions promote critical thinking and reflection on essential concepts, effectively laying the groundwork for collaborative discussions.

Warming Up

🔍 To start the lesson, briefly explain to the students that the construction of the modern state is a nuanced historical journey influenced by various societal, political, and economic changes. Ask them to use their phones to find and share an interesting or intriguing fact about the construction of the modern state. They can look up articles, videos, or social media posts that discuss the topic in an engaging way. Encourage them to share their findings with the class.

Initial Thoughts

1. ❓ What prior knowledge do you have regarding the construction of the modern state?

2. ❓ What are the defining characteristics of a modern state?

3. ❓ How is power exercised and maintained within a state?

4. ❓ How does the state interact with democracy?

5. ❓ Can you provide a current example of how state power impacts society?

Development

Duration: 70 - 80 minutes

📚 This step provides students with a chance to apply and deepen their understanding of the principles of modern state formation through practical and engaging methods. By tapping into digital resources and techniques like gamification and storytelling, students will be able to connect theoretical frameworks to contemporary dynamics, enhancing their synthesis, critical analysis, and communication capabilities.

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Activity Recommendations

Activity 1 - 📱 Political Twitter: The Construction of the State in 280 Characters

> Duration: 60 - 70 minutes

- Goal: Foster an understanding of historical events and key concepts in the building of the modern state through a playful, up-to-date approach, enhancing synthesis and digital communication skills.

- Deskripsi Activity: Students will craft a series of fictional tweets that represent significant historical moments and concepts in the building of the modern state. They should use social media lingo and add relevant hashtags to encourage interaction.

- Instructions:

• Divide students into groups of up to 5.

• Ask each group to select or draw a specific period or event in the construction of the modern state (e.g., Renaissance, French Revolution, Peace of Westphalia).

• Each group must create a fictional Twitter account (on paper or using a social media simulation app) and develop tweets that encapsulate the events, figures, and main ideas of their chosen period.

• Encourage students to interact between groups by commenting on each other's tweets, adding relevant hashtags, and responding as if they were historical figures.

• Finally, each group will present their tweets to the class, explaining their choices and the concepts covered.

Activity 2 - 🎮 Gamification: State Building Game

> Duration: 60 - 70 minutes

- Goal: Create an interactive and competitive environment to help students grasp the challenges and processes of establishing a modern state, fostering collaboration and critical thinking.

- Deskripsi Activity: Students will engage in a digital board game where each group represents a small kingdom that must evolve into a modern state. They will tackle historical challenges, make political decisions, and negotiate with other kingdoms to meet their objectives.

- Instructions:

• Divide students into groups of up to 5.

• Using an online gamification platform (like Kahoot!, Quizizz, or others), create a digital board game tailored to the lesson.

• Explain the rules: each group starts as a small kingdom with limited resources and must complete historical tasks (e.g., drafting a constitution, negotiating treaties, dealing with uprisings) to grow into a modern state.

• Each successfully completed task will earn points for the group, while additional challenges (like debates with other groups or resolving conflicts) will help boost their score.

• In the end, the group with the most points will be declared the winner. Discuss the strategies used and lessons learned during the game.

Activity 3 - 📸 InstaHistory: Influencers of State Construction

> Duration: 60 - 70 minutes

- Goal: Engage students with historical concepts and events through a creative, visual activity that nurtures communication and synthesis skills.

- Deskripsi Activity: Students will create fictional Instagram profiles for pivotal historical figures engaged in the formation of the modern state. They will curate 'photos' and 'stories' showcasing significant historical events, complete with explanatory captions and hashtags.

- Instructions:

• Divide students into groups of up to 5.

• Each group will select or draw a relevant historical figure (e.g., Louis XIV, Machiavelli, Thomas Hobbes, John Locke).

• Using printed images or image editing apps, students will create 'posts' and 'stories' that reflect important events in the lives and philosophies of their chosen figures.

• They must write captions for each post that explain the content, using hashtags to highlight key concepts and events (e.g., #Absolutism, #SocialContract, #FrenchRevolution).

• Groups will then present their profiles to the class, sharing their rationale and linking the posts to concepts relevant to the building of the modern state.

Feedback

Duration: 20 - 25 minutes

🎯 The objective of this segment is to allow students to reflect on their hands-on experiences, consolidating their learning and enhancing their metacognitive skills. Through group discussions and 360° feedback, students will sharpen their communication, critical thinking, and collaborative skills, which are vital for both academic pursuits and societal participation.

Group Discussion

🗣️ Group Discussion: Facilitate an open forum with all students, encouraging every group to share insights from their activities and the conclusions they arrived at. Use this framework to initiate the discussion:

1. Begin by appreciating students for their active participation in the activities.
2. Inquire about any challenges or smooth moments they encountered during the tasks.
3. Ask each group to highlight a key point or interesting discovery made during the activities.
4. Prompt students to connect various activities with the theory discussed earlier.

Reflections

1. 🧐 Reflection Questions:

1. How did the activities enhance your understanding of the construction of the modern state? 2. 2. How did the concepts of power and democracy manifest in the activities we did? 3. 3. What lessons regarding state construction can be drawn for today's governance and political landscape?

Feedback 360º

🔄 360° Feedback: Clarify to students the significance of giving constructive and respectful feedback. Guide them to share observations on collaboration, effort, and creativity among their peers during the activities. Each student should provide one positive remark and one suggestion for improvement for each group member. Make sure the environment is safe and supportive, allowing all voices to be heard comfortably.

Conclusion

Duration: 10 - 15 minutes

🎯 Purpose: This phase is designed to consolidate students' grasp of the main themes discussed, linking them with current contexts and practical applications. Through a fun summary and reflection, students can internalize the concepts and recognize their relevance in today's world.

Summary

📜 Creative Summary: Picture yourself on a talk show where influential historical figures are being interviewed. 'Hello, I'm Machiavelli, and I’ve always asserted that the ends justify the means!' or 'Hi, I’m John Locke, advocating for everyone’s natural rights!' - these ideas have molded the construction of the modern state where the delicate balance between power and democracy continually adjusts. 🚀 Throughout this journey of revolutions, treaties, and seasoned thinkers, we explored how societies organized over time to create the modern state we recognize today.

World

🌍 In the Current World: We linked our study to social media, gamification, and digital platforms, illustrating how power and democracy have evolved and shaped our realities. Recent political scenarios, discussions around governance, and the role of state institutions were examined from contemporary viewpoints, allowing students to appreciate the historical underpinnings of ongoing issues.

Applications

🏛️ Applications in Daily Life: Understanding the formation of the modern state is vital for active and knowledgeable citizens. By grasping how the state functions and its evolution, students can more meaningfully engage in democratic processes, appreciate public policies, and deliberate on governance topics with greater acuity and awareness.