Speaking of primary sources such as images- it is important to have access to important picture clues and activate prior knowledge. A primary source helps unfold the story and leads the curious mind to the story. When teaching young and older learners, primary sources can provide the hook into learning. It serves at the possibility [...]
Entries Tagged as 'primary sources'
Thinking about teaching with primary sources
November 1, 2011 · 3 Comments · 21st Century, Literacy in Social Studies, social studies
Inquiry- Teaching with Primary Sources
October 25, 2011 · No Comments · 21st Century, history, Inquiry-Based Instruction
The video says it all! Why use primary sources in teaching? What role does this play in 21st century literacy(ies)?
Example of using inquiry
October 23, 2011 · No Comments · Inquiry-Based Instruction
Example of using a primary source to teach social studies. Inquiry starts with students’s questions.
Charleston Archival Challenge (part 3)
October 12, 2011 · 1 Comment · Miscellaneous, social studies, TAH
March 2, 201 I wrote a post about the first Archival Challenge with another group of teachers. Both group of teachers have taught me so much. As part of my reflection, here is a letter to the teachers about the day. I solicit your thoughts as well. Part One Part Two Dear Teachers, I [...]
Tags: charleston archival challenge·learning·primary sources·reflecting·storyline
The Charleston Archival Challenge Part 2
October 10, 2011 · 1 Comment · TAH
This story is a continuation from yesterday’s blog post. Read part one before continuing. Teams delved mostly in primary source documents (photos, letter, yearbooks, newspaper articles, etc) and some secondary sources were available for their use. The learning objective for the Berkeley County Teaching American History Grant teachers was to gain experience conducting historical research; [...]
21st Century Social Studies: one picture of the puzzle
February 6, 2010 · No Comments · social studies
Today I sat in awe while I watched a fifth grade teacher incorporate primary source documents into a lesson on WWII. The lesson was in progress when I entered the room. Mrs. A was giving book introductions to all the historical fiction novels she was recommending for her students to read. She went through her [...]
Tags: historical thinking·primary sources·social studies·Teaching·WWII
