HISTORY: PLACE IN TIME

History is more than just a list of facts: dates, names, places and events. Events are always viewed from the various perspectives of those involved (both famous and ordinary folks) AND the perspectives of those who come later to interpret the event's impact on later eras. History, then, is actually a view of events that has been negotiated over time by many different people. One's own view should also enter into the interpretation, even if you are a student! History is one of the two major components of any social study. Social studies should be grounded in a particular time and use perspectives and sources from that time in order to help make it real for our students.

6.4 Historical Connections
Students identify major historical eras and analyze periods of transition to understand the past, the present, and the relationship between the two.

6.5 Traditional and Social Histories
Students investigate both the traditional and the social histories of the people, places, and cultures under study, including those of indigenous peoples.

6.6 Being a Historian
Students use historical methodology to make interpretations concerning issues and events.

4.5 Continuity and Change
Students understand continuity and change.

Sample Questions:

Put yourself in the minds of the people, both ordinary and famous, of a given historical era:

What are their views, values, and multiple perspectives on the topic?

How did people react to the changes they encountered?

Using information from credible sources, what is your own interpretation of events?

How do the issues people faced in this historical era manifest themselves in the present?

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