A Street Through Time - Age of Revolution

Living from 1800 to 2000 encompassed a remarkable span of time that witnessed immense transformations across every aspect of human life. From the agrarian societies of the early 1800s to the age of globalization and digital connectivity in the late 1900s, this era experienced profound shifts in politics, economics, culture, and technology, leaving an indelible impact on the course of human history. In this scene, students can explore a street from the 1800s – 2000s and learn about continuities and changes over time.

# Lesson Objectives:

Describe what it would have been like to live in the late 1800s{.info}

Describe what it would have been like to live in the 1900s{.info}

Describe what it would have been like to live in the early 2000s{.info}


# What would it have been like to live in the late 1800s? {.objective .objective1}


The late 1800s witnessed the height of the Industrial Revolution, with factories and machinery transforming the economic landscape. Urban centres grew rapidly as people migrated from rural areas in search of employment opportunities.

Here, students can explore the growth of towns to cities and how factories became a popular place for someone to work.



# What would it have been like to live in the 1900s? {.objective .objective2}


The early 1900s started with the aftermath of World War I, a conflict that reshaped geopolitical boundaries and shattered the illusions of stability. The world was transitioning from agrarian societies to industrialised nations, with urbanisation and mass production becoming defining features of the era.

Students can discuss how World War I and World War II were turning points in history and explain how they helped to advance developments in technology, with the invention of machines such as the X-ray machine, alongside social developments, such as the right for women to vote.



# What would it have been like to live in the early 2000s? {.objective .objective3}

The new millennium brought with it the rise of the internet and the proliferation of digital technology, transforming the way people communicated, worked, and entertained themselves.

Students should reflect on how society changed and consider what they think society will be like in 2100.