This exercise, which can be used with secondary students, illustrates the influence of the Greek language on the English language. Students study some Greek words which appear in the Greek version of the Hippocratic Oath and try to figure out English words that contain the Greek words in some way. (Author/RM)

Discusses the use of historical documentaries in the classroom. Suggests that teachers use film to inspire students to further research, generate discussion, and to render an emotional and visceral truth to history. Uses the film "Eyes on the Prize" to detail suggestions for making the most of documentaries. (DK)

This unit for teaching U.S. history was designed to help students understand, appreciate, and analyze the magnitude of the Founders' creation. It permits them to understand issues confronting the Founders in 1787, to become involved in the process of resolving these issues, to comprehend the actual solutions developed by the Founders, and to…

The degree to which Canadian history and social science textbooks inform and sensitize Canadian students to the events of the Holocaust is examined. Evaluated by a panel of independent judges and presented in comparative perspectives, 72 history and social science textbooks authorized for use in Canada's secondary schools were found to have…

Eight secondary seniors participated in an archaeological excavation, an experience in confluent learning, that is, an attempt to duplicate real life in the context of an education discipline. The three week experience gave the students an exciting sense of history, archaeological skills, and a feeling of camaraderie among new friends. (JH)

This article provides practical insights into the writing of family histor ies in high school and college as a means for enlivening history study. (JH)

A history teacher's perspective on the Lilly Program's philosophy and solutions with respect to the problem of inferior teaching at the secondary level pinpoints, among other things, the lack of professional respect accorded teachers. A related document is SO 502 927. (JH)

This student book and companion teacher's guide can be used to teach Hawaiian economic history at the 11th and 12th grade levels. The student book, which can be used as a basic text or as a supplement to other materials, consists of nine episodes. For each episode there is a comic strip and a narrative summary which students are expected to read.…

The author humorously warns history teachers that lectures will be boring and alienating to students unless content and presentation are stimulating. (AV)

Reports the results of a study which compared oral history and traditional history methods in the areas of cognitive achievement, affective motivation, and instructional preference. Concludes that oral history was effective in fostering greater cognitive achievement, and more positive attitudes. Recommends that oral history be added to traditional…

This article provides background on the thinking and life of historian Frederick Jackson Turner. Featured is an excerpt from Turner's 1891 article: "The Significance of History." The article includes Turner's definition of history and his views on the relationship between the study of history and citizenship. (JDH)

Discusses and gives illustrations of how to use comic books to teach history. Explores the historical background of comic books and includes detailed procedures for helping students develop their own history comics. Praises this approach as a way to enliven secondary social studies and motivate students. (GEA)

Reports the results of a study of the influence of mnemonic strategies on normal schoolwork. Two history assignments were presented; the first required memorization without guidance while the second supported memorization with mnemonic strategies. Concludes that the second assignment produced better memorization and more enthusiasm. (BSR)

Discusses the dismal results of the 1986 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) appraisal of American high school students' knowledge about history and literature. Explores connections between cultural literacy and students' family background, homework, and television viewing habits. Recommends more and better history and literature…

Advocates the use of primary sources to increase student interest and learning. Includes suggestions for using local resources in such a program and provides a sample lesson plan. Discusses the importance of student work with unedited materials as opposed to secondary sources. (GEA)