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Teaching History, Learning Citizenship: Tools For Civic Engagement
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Learn How To Design History Lessons That Foster Students Knowledge, Skills, And Dispositions For Civic Engagement. Each Section Of This Practical Resource Introduces A Key Element Of Civic Engagement, Such As Defending The Rights Of Others, Advocating For Change, Taking Action When Problems Are Observed, Compromising To Promote Reform, And Working With Others To Achieve Common Goals. Primary And Secondary Sources Are Provided For Lessons On Diverse Topics Such As Alice Paul And The Silent Sentinels, Samuel Gompers And The American Federation Of Labor, Harriet Tubman, Reagan And Gorbachevs Unlikely Friendship, And Lincolns Plan For Reconstructing The Union. With Teaching History, Learning Citizenship, Teachers Can Show Students How To Apply Historical Thinking Skills To Realworld Problems And To Act On Civic Dispositions To Make Positive Changes In Their Communities.Book Features: Readytouse Lessons On Important Historical Topics That Are Likely Already Part Of The History Curriculum. Materials That Allow Teachers Flexibility In The Way Lessons Are Designed. Lessons Aligned With Important Civic Engagement Themes, Including Ideas For Additional Historical Topics That Are Useful To Teach Similar Material. Strategies To Help Teachers Facilitate The Transfer Of Thinking Skills And Concepts (Such As Empathy, Corroboration, And Historiography) Into The Realm Of Civic Engagement. Background Knowledge Customized For Use With The Documents Included In The Book.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Teaching History, Learning Citizenship'? A: The book emphasizes designing history lessons that promote civic engagement among students in grades 6–12, helping them develop knowledge, skills, and dispositions for active citizenship.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Teaching History, Learning Citizenship' is Jeffery D. Nokes.
- Q: What type of resources does this book provide for teachers? A: It offers ready-to-use lessons, primary and secondary sources, and strategies for teaching historical topics related to civic engagement.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on August 23, 2019.
- Q: How many pages does 'Teaching History, Learning Citizenship' have? A: The book contains 168 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all grade levels? A: No, it is specifically designed for students in grades 6–12.
- Q: What are some key themes covered in the lessons? A: Key themes include defending the rights of others, advocating for change, and working collaboratively to achieve common goals.
- Q: Does the book include historical case studies? A: Yes, it includes lessons on historical figures and events, such as Alice Paul, Harriet Tubman, and Lincoln's reconstruction plans.
- Q: Can this resource help in teaching historical thinking skills? A: Yes, the book provides strategies to help teachers facilitate the transfer of historical thinking skills into civic engagement.