The Plantations: Reshaping Irish Society
Students will study the various English and Scottish plantations in Ireland and their profound impact on land ownership, demographics, and culture.
Key Questions
- Analyze how the Plantations fundamentally altered land ownership patterns in Ireland.
- Compare the experiences of native Irish and new settlers during the Plantations.
- Evaluate the long-term social and cultural legacy of the Plantations on Irish society.
NCCA Curriculum Specifications
Suggested Methodologies
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