The Magic of History – See the Video
by David
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Wednesday, 17 January 2018
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Published in Ancient China, Ancient History, For Students, For Teachers, Middle Ages Europe, Teaching Stragegy
A little while ago, I spoke at a TEDx conference — to an audience of smart, motivated high school students. My topic was the magic of history. I told the students many of my favorite short stories from past times. I wanted to reveal history’s endless well of fun, excitement, and humor, and to explain how reading history might enrich the kids’ lives. I think the message here is valuable for both teachers and students. Here’s the video:
(Don’t be confused by the name “David Carthage” on the screen. It’s a former pen name.)
You’ve gotta love the still photo YouTube chose as the “cover” image, in its electronic wisdom. Looks like I’m about to sneeze.
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Eleanor of Aquitaine, fantasy, historiography, minotaur, Roman Empire, Snow White, TED talk, TEDx
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