Format
1. This program begins with an introduction, brief discussion about the purpose of program (to learn about women's suffrage), and explanation of key terms.
2. We then discuss different perspectives on the movement using primary sources associated with each.
3. Throughout the program students will engage in primary source analysis.
4. Time is allowed for questions and answers.
Objectives
The student will be able to answer the following essential questions:
-What was the women's suffrage movement, and how did it manifest in Virginia?
-How and why do people have different methods of achieving the same goals?
Standards Alignment
State Standards
Virginia Studies 2015 Standards
VS.1a, d, e - The student will demonstrate skills for historical thinking, geographical analysis, economic decision making, and responsible citizenship by analyzing and interpreting artifacts and primary and secondary sources to understand events in Virginia history; recognizing points of view and historical perspectives; comparing and contrasting ideas and cultural perspectives in Virginia history;
VS.9b - The student will demonstrate an understanding of Virginia during the twentieth century and beyond by describing how national events, including women’s suffrage...affected Virginia and its citizens; and
VS.9d - describing the political, social, or economic impact made by Maggie L. Walker