Thinking Like a Historian - How to Understand Primary and Secondary Sources
Mrs. Bausch, M. Ed.
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In this 4-week course, learners will compare, contrast, analyze and write about historical primary and secondary sources from the US National Archives and Library of Congress. #academic
Class experience
US Grade 6 - 8
Ever wonder what a historian does? Understanding historical documents is one part of the job. In this 4-week course learners will differentiate between primary and secondary sources using examples of artifacts from United States history. During Week 1 we will discuss the differences between the types of sources and learn how to identify them through practice with examples from the United States National Archives and the Library of Congress. As we look at the examples we will also talk about...
Learners will compare and contrast primary and secondary sources by identifying examples of each type of document. Learners will analyze documents through reading and answering questions about the author, date and purpose of the source. Learners will understand bias in sources through reading examples and discussions. Learners will read and view parts of important United States documents to improve comprehension and verbal skills. Learners will create their own primary source as a demonstration of what they have learned.
Bachelor's Degree in History Bachelor's Degree in Secondary Education Master's Degree in Education Twelve years experience teaching Social Studies in a public school Teaching Certification in Social Studies grades 6-12 Course work in Gifted Education from UC Berkeley at Irvine Museum Studies courses from Johns Hopkins University Primary Source professional development at the Library of Congress
Homework Offered
Between classes learners may want to brainstorm for their own primary source creation and put together some ideas. Reading of documents will take place during class time together.Assessments Offered
Learner progress will be demonstrated through discussions, writing, and creating an individual primary source.Grades Offered
Learners will need to have the document worksheet available that is provided ahead of time ready for class. Paper and pencil may be helpful as well.
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Throughout history different people groups have been treated in negative ways including persons of color, women and people from different countries of origin. Some documents may come from a time period where this is the case. These sources will be considered in a sensitive and informed manner.
https://www.archives.gov/education/lessons/worksheets https://www.docsteach.org/documents/documents https://www.loc.gov/classroom-materials/?fa=partof_type:primary+source+set
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(164)
Hello! My name is Mrs. Bausch and I've been teaching for twelve years. I'm offering classes about Early American history, geography, travel, hobbies like stamp collecting and beginner sports classes. I have a BA in Secondary Education and History...
Group Class
$44
for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
55 min
Completed by 29 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
1-8 learners per class
