The Island Lesson Plan

A Virtual Tour of Robben Island

Kind of Activity:

Technology

Objective:

Students will take a virtual tour of Robben Island and learn more about the historic site utilizing a digital mapping platform.

Common Core Standards:

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.9-10.2

Structure:

This lesson will take students on a virtual tour of Robben Island. They will have an opportunity to delve into the island's history via an interactive mapping platform.

1. Introduce the assignment to students. Let them know that they will have thirty minutes to explore the Robben Island Museum. Encourage students to not only take the virtual tour, but also to utilize the website's digital timeline. Let them know...