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Post-World War II Globalization - U.S. Citizens Living Overseas
Post-World War II Globalization - U.S. Citizens Living Overseas
Activity Description
Students will analyze the 1950 Census form for Americans living overseas and 1910–1990 census data for these Americans to understand the impact of the Cold War on the number of U.S. citizens living abroad.
Suggested Grade Level
9-10
Approximate Time Required
60 minutes
Learning Objective
- Students will be able to describe changes in population data for Americans living overseas during the mid- to late 20th century.
Material Required
- The student version of this activity, 10 pages
Activity Items
The following items are part of this activity. Items, their sources, and any relevant instructions for viewing them
online appear at the end of this teacher version.
- 1950 Census Form P5
- Americans Overseas in U.S. Censuses
Teacher Notes
Blooms Taxonomy
Students will analyze census data during the 20th century for Americans living overseas.
Subject
High School History
Topics
- The Cold War
- Post-World War II era
- Rise of globalization
Skills Taught
- Analyzing historical data
- Analyzing primary sources
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