Introduction
The barrier dividing Israel from the West Bank is an ongoing area of disagreement. This lesson helps students understand that while from the Israeli perspective the barrier helps protect civilians, Palestinians view the barrier as an infringement of their human rights creating hardship in their daily life.
Learning Intention: I will have developed an understanding that all people need to feel secure.
I am learning that measures taken to protect one set of people can have a negative effect on the lives of others.
Success Criteria: I can describe actions taken by Israel to try to protect its citizens.
I can describe the impact of these actions on the Palestinian community.
Preparation: Have Walled Horizons video ready to play.
One copy of information sheet, “Israeli Perspective on Security“ for each group.
Jotters/paper.