Primary, Secondary: What's The Big Deal?

What will be taught?
Students will learn how to critically evaluate primary and secondary sources and understand their importance in constructing historical narratives.

What topics will you cover?
We will cover how to identify primary and secondary sources, the differences between them, and their roles in understanding events like Julius Caesar's rise to power and the Battle of Marathon.

How is your class structured?
The class is structured around interactive lessons, starting with definitions and examples of sources, followed by activities like creating timelines, comparing sources, and a final visual project. Each section builds on the previous one to deepen understanding.

How will you teach?
I’ll teach through a combination of engaging slides, discussions, and interactive activities. Students will have hands-on practice comparing sources, and they’ll participate in creating timelines and solving historical challenges.

What's your teaching style?
My teaching style is interactive and student-centered, using activities that make history come alive. I focus on making the material fun and relatable, encouraging critical thinking and creativity.

How much will learners get to interact with you?
Learners will interact through guided discussions, interactive activities, and Q&A during lessons. There will be opportunities for feedback and collaboration during games, timeline creation, and the visual presentation assignment.