**Boer Response: Great Trek Lesson**

### Grade 10 History Lesson Plan #### Topic: Boer Response to British Control: Trekking into the Interior **Content/Concept Area:** The response of the Boers to British control and their subsequent migration, known as the Great Trek. **CAPS Document Page Number:** Refer to page 22-23 of the Grade 10 CAPS History document for specific references on the Boer migration. #### **Specific Aims:** 1. To develop a critical understanding of past human activities and societal changes. 2. To cultivate historical skills, including the ability to analyze and evaluate different perspectives. 3. To foster an understanding of how historical events shape contemporary society. #### **Lesson Objectives:** - **Knowledge:** - Understand the reasons why the Boers decided to migrate from the Cape Colony. - Describe the events and significant figures of the Great Trek. - Explain the impact of the Great Trek on South African history. - **Skills:** - Analyze primary and secondary sources to investigate historical events. - Develop historical inquiry skills by asking and answering relevant questions. - Evaluate differing perspectives on the Great Trek. - **Attitudes/Values:** - Appreciate the complexity of historical events and the multiple factors leading to migration. - Respect the diverse perspectives and experiences of different groups in South African history. - Recognize the significance of cultural heritage and historical consciousness. #### **Approach/Teaching Strategy:** - **Lecture:** Begin with a brief overview of the topic. - **Discussion:** Engage students in a class discussion on pre-knowledge and initial thoughts about the topic. - **Source Analysis:** Analyze primary and secondary sources related to the Great Trek. - **Group Work:** Students work in groups to explore different aspects and perspectives of the Great Trek. - **Interactive Activities:** Use timelines, maps, and role-plays to illustrate migration patterns and events. #### **Resources:** 1. **Textbook:** CAPS Focus Grade 10 History Textbook. 2. **Maps:** Maps showing the migration routes of the Great Trek. 3. **Primary Sources:** Diary entries, letters, and official documents from the period. 4. **Secondary Sources:** Articles and chapters analyzing the Great Trek. 5. **Multimedia:** Videos or documentaries on the Boer migration and the Great Trek. #### **Lesson Introduction: (15 minutes)** 1. **Starter Activity:** Show a short video clip or image slideshow depicting the Great Trek. 2. **Discussion:** Ask students what they know about the Boers and the British control over the Cape. 3. **Learning Objectives:** Outline the lesson's objectives and activities for the class. #### **Lesson Development: (45 minutes)** 1. **Lecture/Input (15 minutes):** - Discuss the historical context of British control in the Cape Colony. - Explain the reasons for Boer dissatisfaction and their decision to trek into the interior. - Introduce key figures and events of the Great Trek using the textbook and visual aids. 2. **Source Analysis (10 minutes):** - Distribute copies of primary sources such as diary entries or official documents. - Instruct students to analyze these documents in pairs and answer guided questions to understand different perspectives. 3. **Group Work (15 minutes):** - Divide the class into groups and assign each group a specific aspect of the Great Trek (e.g., motivations, key figures, impact on indigenous groups). - Each group will create a short presentation or poster summarizing their findings. 4. **Class Discussion (5 minutes):** - Allow each group a few minutes to present their work. - Facilitate a discussion on the different perspectives and impacts of the Great Trek. #### **Lesson Conclusion: (10 minutes)** 1. **Review:** Summarize the key points discussed in class. 2. **Reflection:** Ask students to reflect on how the Great Trek shaped the socio-political landscape of South Africa. 3. **Q&A:** Provide an opportunity for students to ask questions or seek clarification. #### **Classwork:** 1. **Written Activity:** - Write a short essay (200-250 words) on the reasons why the Boers decided to embark on the Great Trek and the challenges they faced. 2. **Map Activity:** - On a blank map of South Africa, students will trace the routes taken during the Great Trek and label key locations and events. **Homework Assignment:** - Read a chapter from the CAPS Focus Grade 10 History textbook on the Boer War and bring in 3 discussion points or questions. **Assessment:** - Participation in discussions and group work. - Analysis of primary sources. - Quality of the written essay and map activity. - Homework completion and engagement in the next class's discussion. --- This lesson plan gives students a comprehensive understanding of Boer response to British control by incorporating various teaching strategies and engaging activities, ensuring a well-rounded historical education.