The First McDonald's Restaurant Opens - Lesson Plan

Explore the history and impact of the first McDonald's restaurant in this engaging lesson plan.

History - General

The First McDonald's Restaurant Opens

In this lesson, we will explore the history of the first McDonald's restaurant and its impact on the fast food industry.

Learning Outcomes

  • Know the history of the first McDonald's restaurant
  • Understand the impact of the first McDonald's restaurant on the fast food industry
  • Can analyze the success of the first McDonald's restaurant

Methodology

This lesson will be taught through a combination of lecture, discussion, and group activities.

Resources/Materials

  • Textbook: Fast Food Nation by Eric Schlosser
  • Online articles about the history of McDonald's
  • Images of the first McDonald's restaurant
  • Whiteboard and markers
  • Group activity handouts

Activities

  1. Lecture on the history of the first McDonald's restaurant
  2. Group discussion on the impact of the first McDonald's restaurant on the fast food industry
  3. Group activity: Analyze the success of the first McDonald's restaurant and present findings to the class

Assessment

Assessment will be based on participation in group activities and the quality of the group activity presentation.

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