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What history is and why we teach history

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TERM – 1ST TERM

WEEK ONE

Class: Senior Secondary School 1

Age: 15 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: HISTORY

Topic: WHAT HISTORY IS AND WHY WE TEACH HISTORY

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to

I.) Define history                           

II.) Identify reasons for studying history

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers, demonstration, videos from source

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Videos, loud speaker, textbook, pictures,

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1-2

PRESENTATION

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

STUDENT’S

ACTIVITY

STEP 1

INTRODUCTION

The teacher explains the meaning of history to the students

Students pay attention                                                                          

STEP 2

EXPLANATION

Teacher discusses the reasons for studying history.

Students pay attention and participate.

STEP 3

NOTE TAKING

The teacher writes a summarized

note on the board

The students

copy the note in

their books

 

NOTE

WHAT HISTORY IS AND WHY WE TEACH HISTORY

History is the study of past events, societies, and individuals, as well as the interpretation and analysis of those events. History is a subject that tells the story of events, wars and circumstances that took place in the past.

We teach history for several reasons:

  1. History helps us understand how societies, cultures, and individuals have evolved over time, providing context for current events and trends.
  2. By studying historical events and their consequences, we can learn from past mistakes and make better decisions in the present and future.
  3. Analyzing historical sources and interpretations encourages critical thinking, evaluation of evidence, and forming well-reasoned arguments.
  4. History allows us to empathize with people from different times and cultures, broadening our perspective and promoting tolerance and understanding.
  5. Studying history helps preserve and pass on cultural traditions, stories, and achievements from one generation to the next.

EVALUATION: 1. What is History?

  1. Identify 5 reasons for studying history

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively