Session Date
Lesson Topic
The Enlightenment and French Revolution.
Lesson Outline
The Enlightenment and French Revolution. Enlightenment Philosophers: John Locke (British), Rousseau (France),
and Voltaire (France). Definition of Social Contract created by Rousseau and Locke. Enlightenment philosophy
emphasis on Civil Liberties: Freedom of Religion, Freedom of Speech and Freedom of Trade. Voltaire philosophy of Separation of Church and State. French Revolution: 1790-1815. Rise of Napoleon B and coup of abusive Monarchs. Establishment of the French Republic and Napoleon as Emperor (and General). Major influence of Enlightenment Philosophers on the creation of the U.S. Government, especially the Bill of Rights within the U.S. Constitution.
and Voltaire (France). Definition of Social Contract created by Rousseau and Locke. Enlightenment philosophy
emphasis on Civil Liberties: Freedom of Religion, Freedom of Speech and Freedom of Trade. Voltaire philosophy of Separation of Church and State. French Revolution: 1790-1815. Rise of Napoleon B and coup of abusive Monarchs. Establishment of the French Republic and Napoleon as Emperor (and General). Major influence of Enlightenment Philosophers on the creation of the U.S. Government, especially the Bill of Rights within the U.S. Constitution.
Assignment
Read Text pp. 352-357.
Session Minutes
45
Minutes Student Attended
45
Lesson Comments
During today's session on the Enlightenment Period and the French Revolution, Kaitlin was well focused and had a clear understanding of the Enlightenment philosophers, their influence on the creation of the U.S Constitution, and the causes and effects of the French Revolution.
Session Hours
0.75
Hours Attended
0.75
Entry Status
Review Status
Student Name(s)
Subject
School