Lesson Plans World History II SOL 8a: Napoleon and the Congress of Vienna
Standard WH II SOL8a:
The student will demonstrate knowledge of political and philosophical developments in Europe during the nineteenth century by
Learning Intentions/Objectives
SOL 8a) assessing the impact of Napoleon and the Congress of Vienna, including changes in political boundaries in Europe after 1815.
Lesson Plans
Introduction: A Bell-ringer activity
Notes: Students copy-down and discuss teacher generated notes
Activities: Students complete various in class activities to support learning including video analysis, maps, charts, diagrams, graphic organizers, worksheets, text-book questions, group discussion, KWL Charts etc.
Assessment: Informal, Formal, Exit-Questions, Teacher Questioning. Quizzes, Tests, Projects
Essential Knowledge:
Legacy of Napoleon
• Unsuccessful attempt to unify Europe under French domination
• Napoleonic Code
• Awakening of feelings of national pride and growth of nationalism
Legacy of the Congress of Vienna
• “Balance of power” doctrine
• Restoration of monarchies
• New political map of Europe
• New political philosophies (liberalism, conservatism)
Activities That Support Lesson Plans
Premium Lesson Plan: Congress of Vienna : Before and After maps
Napoleon Changes in France: Focus on Napoleonic Code
Rise and Fall of Napoleon Chart
Congress-of-Vienna Reading Activity
Simulation: Congress of Vienna Type 2
Simulation: The Congress of Vienna Type 1
Napoleon at Waterloo Board Game:
Napoleon at Waterloo Rules
