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A brief overview of the history teaching kit, The Great Depression in the USA, Britain, & Australia: a comparative study

  • Writer: Andrew Warnett
    Andrew Warnett
  • May 8
  • 1 min read

Updated: 3 days ago


An original and unique comparative study: Evidence based, inquiry learning, encouraging independent thought and critical analysis. Publisher: History Studies
An original and unique comparative study: Evidence based, inquiry learning, encouraging independent thought and critical analysis. Publisher: History Studies

The Great Depression in the USA, Britain & Australia educational kit is a unique and original study designed for middle secondary students (levels 8–10). It allows students to compare the impact of the Great Depression across the three nations by analyzing economic and political data. Through primary sources and structured activities, students formulate hypotheses, assess statistics, and evaluate government responses to unemployment.


Key Areas Explored

  • Causes of the Great Depression

  • Unemployment statistics and trends

  • GDP/GNP figures across the three countries

  • Election results and political shifts

  • Government assistance to the unemployed


Learning Outcomes

  • Encourages students to hypothesize and analyze historical data

  • Develops critical thinking skills through evidence-based evaluations

  • Supports independent conclusions on which nation was most affected


Teacher-Friendly & Ready-to-Use

No preparation is required - teachers simply photocopy the provided materials and follow the learning sequence.


Kit Contents

  • Teachers' Notes

  • 1 audio recording

  • 1 double-sided Vocabulary Sheet

  • 2 double-sided Work Sheets

  • 1 Table


Author: Andrew D. Warnett, B.Ed., University of Melbourne


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