Lesson 1 Stages of Caribbean Integration
The timeline below identifies the major stages in the integration movement since the 1950's. Review the timeline carefully, noting the years for each stage. All except the West Indies Federation are acronyms or abbreviations. As you research, be sure to note what each stands for.
Time to find out more details on each movement. You will read about Federation in your class text, but there is information on the CARICOM website below. Work with your table-mates in small groups to gather the content needed.
As you browse the websites below, focus on the following points:
As you browse the websites below, focus on the following points:
- Start date
- Signatory governments
- Treaty name/location
- Type of union
- Logos. (See the table under the web resources)
Web Based Resources
These links give details about each integration movement in the Caribbean. It is important to research the movements in the correct order, since some evolved from a previous stage.
Your timeline will keep you on track.
Your timeline will keep you on track.
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Study each logo carefully. You should be able to identify each logo when you see it. Pay careful attention to the CARICOM standard. Use your readings to identify what each element in this standard means. |
In class
- Share what you found out. Get involved in the class discussion by asking questions and sharing your thoughts. Together we will develop our understanding of the integration movement.
- Now you are ready to complete the Timeline Worksheet. Do not refer to any resource materials. You will only have 4 minutes for this task.
- Finally, you will write a paragraph in response to this statement: “The West Indies Federation differed from the other integration movements.”
