Brady Public Humanities Archive: Lesson Plan

Exploring the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)

60 minutes

English

Secondary School

Placemaking Project:

Description: Students will learn about the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), its history, significance, and impact on the Korean Peninsula and the world.

Warm up

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Description: Understanding the DMZ

Warm-Up (15 minutes): Map Exploration: Show students a world map. Ask them if they know where Korea is located. Guide them to locate Korea on the map. Discussion: Engage students in a brief discussion about borders and why countries have them. Encourage them to think about what might be different about the Korean border.

Lecture

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Description: World map Images and videos of the Korean DMZ Slideshow presentation Drawing materials (papers, colored pencils/markers)

Understanding the DMZ: Explain what the DMZ is: a strip of land that serves as a buffer zone between North and South Korea. Show images and videos depicting the DMZ’s landscape and explain its significance. Discuss the reasons for its establishment and the armistice agreement that led to its creation.

Main Activity

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Description: Wildlife pictures

Life in the DMZ: Talk about the wildlife that exists in the DMZ, including endangered species. Discuss the people who live near the DMZ and how their lives are affected by its presence.

Group Activity

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Assessment: Informally assess students’ understanding through their participation in discussions and the reflective activity. Review any misconceptions or gaps in understanding during the lesson.

Discussion Questions

Extension Activity: Have students research and present on other famous border areas around the world and compare them to the Korean DMZ.

Reflect & Review

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Description: Reflective Activity (10 minutes):

Reflective Activity (10 minutes): Provide each student with a piece of paper and drawing materials. Ask them to draw what they imagine the DMZ looks like based on what they've learned. Afterward, have a discussion where students can share their drawings and what they've learned about the DMZ.