"The Great Debate" - An Educational Forum For Voters
- Subject:
- Business and Communication
- Political Science
- Virgin Islands History
- Material Type:
- Activity/Lab
- Lesson Plan
- Author:
- Stephanie Chalana Brown
- Date Added:
- 05/05/2023
"The Great Debate" - An Educational Forum For Voters
The lesson plan "Exploring Emancipation: A Digital Walking Tour of Frederiksted" offers a unique and engaging educational experience that delves into the historical significance of Frederiksted, a place where the 1848 emancipation of all enslaved individuals in the then Danish West Indies was achieved through the resolute efforts of the enslaved themselves. Collaboratively developed by the Crucian Nature and Tourism Organization and the Division of Virgin Islands Cultural Education, this lesson plan aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of Frederiksted as an emancipatory stronghold, with a focus on the layered post-1848 emancipation evolution. The lesson is thoughtfully designed to align with the 175th commemoration of the 1848 Emancipation Act, and it fosters peer-to-peer learning while incorporating integrated activities centered around locally significant themes.