Women in the Military

Big Ideas

Historical context is needed to comprehend time and space.

Historical interpretation involves an analysis of cause and result.

Perspective helps to define the attributes of historical comprehension.
Concepts

Comprehension of the experiences of individuals, society, and how past human experience has adapted builds aptitude to apply to civic participation.

Historical literacy requires a focus on time and space, and an understanding of the historical context of events and actions.

Historical literacy requires a focus on time and space, and an understanding of the historical context, as well as an awareness of point of view.

Historical skills (organizing information chronologically, explaining historical issues, locating sources and investigate materials, synthesizing and evaluating evidence, and developing arguments and interpretations based on evidence) are used by an analytical thinker to create a historical construction.

Learning about the past and its different contexts shaped by social, cultural, and political influences prepares one for participation as active, critical citizens in a democratic society.
Competencies

Analyze the interaction of cultural, economic, geographic, political, and social relations for a specific time and place.

Articulate the context of a historical event or action.

Description

Since America’s founding days, women have been stepping forward to serve this country. From uncommon soldiers who disguised themselves to fight and nurses that faced horrific wounds and to those who proudly wear the uniform today, women have always contributed to our military might. This is their story.

Rationale

Women have always been contributors to the US military and this source provides an opportunity for students to see first hand how women have impacted the armed forces. The videos and documentary provide an inside look for students in the various wars through out history. As the students progress thorugh the resources, they will be able to witness how much that role has increased since the founding of the United States.

These sources will engage and appeal to any student. There is opportunity for discussion, critical thinking, and even interactive activities where students can become engrossed in history.

URL or Resource

Films and Lessons: http://v-nep.org/films-lessons/

“Women in the Military" (Full Version): https://vimeo.com/126552879

V-NEP Website: http://v-nep.org/

Content Provider or Additional Information

Veterans National Education Program (V-NEP)

Women in the Military