| Lesson 1: Discovering Dermot MacMurrough | |-------------------------------------------| | **Time Allocation:** 45 minutes | | **Resources Needed:** | | - Whiteboard and markers | | - Pictures or drawings of Dermot MacMurrough | | - Chart paper and markers | | **Introduction:** | | - Begin by asking the students if they know who Dermot MacMurrough is. Explain that he was an important historical figure from Ireland. | | - Show pictures or drawings of Dermot MacMurrough and ask the students to describe what they see. | | **Development:** | | - Provide a brief overview of Dermot MacMurrough's life, including when and where he lived. | | - Explain that he is famous for his role in the Norman invasion of Ireland and his impact on Irish history. | | - Engage the students in a discussion about why he is considered an important historical figure. | | **Conclusion:** | | - Summarize the key points about Dermot MacMurrough's life and significance. | | - Encourage students to ask any questions they may have. | | **Assessment:** | | - Ask students to share one thing they learned about Dermot MacMurrough. | | Lesson 2: Exploring Dermot MacMurrough's Contributions | |-------------------------------------------------------| | **Time Allocation:** 60 minutes | | **Resources Needed:** | | - Chart paper and markers | | - Pictures or drawings representing Dermot MacMurrough's contributions | | **Introduction:** | | - Review the previous lesson and ask students to recall what they learned about Dermot MacMurrough. | | - Explain that in this lesson, they will explore his contributions to society and culture. | | **Development:** | | - Divide the students into small groups and assign each group a specific contribution of Dermot MacMurrough to research. | | - Provide resources such as books, articles, or online sources for the students to gather information. | | - Each group should create a visual representation of their assigned contribution using the pictures or drawings provided. | | - Allow time for each group to present their findings and discuss the impact Dermot MacMurrough had on their assigned area. | | **Conclusion:** | | - Lead a class discussion on the overall impact Dermot MacMurrough had on society and culture during his time. | | - Ask students to share any new insights they gained from their research. | | **Assessment:** | | - Evaluate the group presentations based on accuracy of information and clarity of their visual representations. | | Lesson 3: Connecting Dermot MacMurrough to My Life | |---------------------------------------------------| | **Time Allocation:** 45 minutes | | **Resources Needed:** | | - Chart paper and markers | | - Pictures or drawings representing Dermot MacMurrough | | **Introduction:** | | - Begin by reviewing what the students have learned about Dermot MacMurrough so far. | | - Explain that in this lesson, they will explore how his life connects to their own lives. | | **Development:** | | - Ask students to brainstorm ways in which Dermot MacMurrough's actions or decisions may have had an impact on their lives today. | | - Provide examples to stimulate their thinking, such as the Norman influence on Irish culture or the impact on land ownership. | | - Divide the class into small groups and ask them to create a chart or poster illustrating the connections they have identified. | | - Allow time for groups to present their findings and discuss their ideas with the class. | | **Conclusion:** | | - Lead a class discussion on the various connections students have made between Dermot MacMurrough and their own lives. | | - Emphasize the importance of understanding history and its relevance to the present. | | **Assessment:** | | - Assess the group charts or posters based on the depth of connections made and the clarity of their illustrations. | | Lesson 4: Designing a Timeline of Dermot MacMurrough's Life | |------------------------------------------------------------| | **Time Allocation:** 60 minutes | | **Resources Needed:** | | - Large chart paper and markers | | - Pictures or drawings representing different stages of Dermot MacMurrough's life | | **Introduction:** | | - Review what the students have learned about Dermot MacMurrough so far. | | - Explain that in this lesson, they will create a timeline of his life. | | **Development:** | | - Show the students pictures or drawings representing different stages of Dermot MacMurrough's life. | | - Ask the students to arrange the pictures in chronological order, discussing and justifying their choices. | | - Provide large chart paper and markers for the students to create their timeline. | | - Guide the students in adding the pictures to the timeline and labeling each stage with key events or dates. | | **Conclusion:** | | - Have each student share one interesting fact they learned while creating the timeline. | | - Display the completed timelines around the classroom for everyone to see. | | **Assessment:** | | - Assess the timelines based on the accuracy of the chronological order and the inclusion of key events or dates. |