Can perspective change the remembrance of a past event?

Focused Inquiry

Black and white photograph of a paiting of five generals standing at a podium. Around them are a variety of different men and women. Behind them there is a large building. This mural is on a wall above a decorated door and frame and a wall with words on it.

In this focused inquiry, students will participate in a Socratic Seminar about World War I and its legacy. The discussion will center around how World War I should be remembered, but will delve into the compelling question, analyzing how perspectives can change how an event is remembered. Students will drive the discussion, but the teacher will start the conversation with the question “How should World War I be remembered? What is its legacy?” and have students give opinions using evidence from the provided sources they explored during the lesson.