The industrialization and urbanization of Alabama during the New South era (1865-1914) is the focus of a lesson that asks class members to use primary source documents to examine the impact of industrialization on Alabama workers and their families.

Concepts

the united states economy, mining, manufacturing, industry

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Have groups research the impact of industrialization and urbanization on their state

Classroom Considerations

• The lesson presumes class members are familiar with the leading industrialists of the late 1800s and the consequences of the industrial revolution

Pros

• The five-page packet includes a detailed plan, a PowerPoint, links to the required primary source documents, and a rubric for the letter assignment

Cons

• The resource focuses solely on Alabama

Common Core

RI.11-12.1 RH.11-12.1