Social Reforms in the Industrial Revolution Lesson

© History Skills
© History Skills

Learning objectives

In this lesson, students will learn about the profound social changes and reform movements that emerged during the Industrial Revolution, focusing on the efforts to improve working conditions, public health, education, and housing. They will explore key legislative milestones and the roles of prominent reformers in advocating for the rights and well-being of workers and the urban poor. Students will have the opportunity to achieve this through choosing their own method of learning, from reading and research options, as well as the chance to engage in extension activities. This lesson includes a self-marking quiz for students to demonstrate their learning.

How would you like to learn?

Option 1: Reading


Step 1: Download a copy of the reading questions worksheet:

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Social Reformers Reading Questions.docx
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Step 2: Answer the set questions by reading the webpage below:


Option 2: Internet research


Download a copy of the research worksheet and use the internet to complete all the tables.

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Social Reformers Research Worksheet.docx
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