Unit 1: An introduction to History
For audio on the first two lessons run the PowerPoints by opening them and clicking shift+F5
Lesson 1: What is History?
Lesson objectives:
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All will be able to identify a famous person and describe why they are famous.
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Most will be able to explain what makes something or someone worth studying in History
What is History?
Getting to know you (starter)
Design your own coat of arms
Lesson 2: Chronology
Lesson objectives:
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All will be able to describe what chronology means and arrange events in chronological order
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Most will be able to explain the difference between BC and AD.
Chronology
Date Cards
Lesson 3: Problems with evidence
Lesson objectives:
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All will be able to explain how people have a different view on the past and how this affects how we look at evidence.
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Most will be able to explain why it is important to be historically accurate.
Problems with evidence
Anachronism Diorama Help Sheet
Lesson 4: Source Skills
Lesson objectives:
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All will be able to define a primary source and a secondary source.
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Most will be able to give an example of each type of source.
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Some may start to consider if some sources are more useful than others.
An introduction to Sources
Activity What is this source useful for
