Who was Blackbeard and what makes him infamous? Objective Identify pirates who plagued the North Carolina coast during colonial times Integrate reading, writing, and social studies concepts Apply comprehension strategies critically, creatively, and strategically Use media and technological resources for research and as tools for learning Background This lesson is designed to introduce students to pirates who plagued the coast of North Carolina during the time of colonization, as well as to develop research skills in technology and write a research report. They will use a variety of strategies Duration: 90 Minutes.