unit v: the industrial revolution
The Basics
Like the French Revolution, the Industrial Revolution was a watershed event in history, and it altered the very definition of the West. The Industrial Revolution dramatically affected employment, family life, politics, the environment, cities, and values. Industrialization demonstrates the ever-changing and often ambiguous boundaries of the West. Pearson
Video Resources
Industrial Revolution Overview: John Green presents an overview of the Industrial Revolution
Iron and Industry: A look at the Industrial Revolution from a British point of view Factories and Machines: A summary of the development of the modern factory and its impact on Europe. Urban Slums: A look at the impact of industrialization on cities in Europe. Enrichment
Industrial Revolution Causes: A simple to understand site that gives a great summary of the Industrial Revolution.
Fact Monster Industrial Revolution: Fact Monster's take on the Industrial Revolution. Women and the Industrial Revolution: A short summary of the role of women during the Industrial Revolution. |
Reading resources
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Lesson 1: Industrial Revolution Class Notes
Lesson 2: Industrial Revolution Completion Packet Unit Activity: Industrial Revolution Web Quest more helpful class resources
Reading: Causes of the Industrial Revolution
Reading: Marx and Smith Video: Factory and Marketplace Revolution: Burke Film Burke Video Guide: Film Guide Economic Philosophy: Smith and Marx Notes |
