Marcus Garvey and the Rise of Black Nationalism

Goals:

Aim
What is Black Nationalism and is it still relevant in today’s world?

At the conclusion of this lesson, students will be able to:

• Evaluate the concept of black nationalism
• Understand the appeal of Marcus Garvey’s “Back to Africa” movement
• Identify other leading figures in the history of black nationalism
• Assess the validity of black nationalism in the context of today’s world

Essential Questions:

• What constitutes an act of resistance?
• What is freedom?
• Are some acts of resistance more effective than others?
• In what ways do our personal experiences shape our choices and actions?
• Why do some people become bystanders?