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- America's History in the Making—About the Course
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How can digital technology of today link us to the events of the past? Scholars use technology to uncover the vast number of historical resources available in lesson 12 of a 22-part America's History in the Making series. Using databases and the Internet, groups locate online primary sources, cartoons, maps, and firsthand accounts to gain a better understanding of American history.
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Instructional Ideas
- To better connect to learning objectives, assign groups of four, so each member plays to an individual strength
- Explore a digital source together as a class to set the tone for what is expected from the group work
Classroom Considerations
- Workshop is designed for a full day (six hours)
- Class must possess background technology knowledge prior to the implementation of the lesson
Pros
- Lesson provides hard copies of primary sources in the event of technology issues
- Resource includes key reflection questions to lead discussion after each activity
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- None