Learn how to teach difficult history topics through primary sources. Explore how to engage students with real historical documents, encourage critical thinking, and address complex issues like slavery and the Civil War, while fostering open discussion about historical figures and events.
Explore the history and impact of the factory model of education in this article. From its origins in Prussia to its widespread use in the U.S. and England, we discuss the benefits and downsides of this standardized system, and look at alternative approaches to engage students’ creativity and critical thinking.