Interactive Press Conference - East Indian Indentureship
45 minutes
Whole Class
Role-Play Interview
Teacher role-plays as an elderly Indian indentured servant while students conduct a press conference, learning about the indentureship experience through authentic dialogue.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the experiences of East Indian indentured servants
- Develop questioning and interviewing skills
- Practice active listening and empathy
- Learn about cultural adaptation and preservation
- Explore historical perspectives through role-play
Key Historical Context
Indentureship Period
1838-1917: Contract labor system after slavery ended
Journey Experience
Long sea voyage from India to Caribbean colonies
Working Conditions
Plantation labor, housing, and daily life challenges
Cultural Preservation
Maintaining traditions, language, and religious practices