Tag Archives: history

In a dynamic learning environment, sometimes the most effective tool is analog …

Posted on October 18, 2015 by kristylundstrom

Our school has been a 1-to-1 school for more than 7 years.  For us, “being connected” and using all available resources is a natural part of learning.  However, on a recent walk-through, I was reminded that sometimes the most effective … Continue reading →

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Role play as a final exam in History

Posted on March 12, 2015 by kristylundstrom

Instead of a traditional written exam, History students finished their studies on World War 1 with a role play where students played the roles of country leaders discussing important questions from that time period. Students debate questions of conflict, as … Continue reading →

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Connecting ideas through images … creative approach to learning source criticism

Posted on January 29, 2015 by kristylundstrom

  Ever heard the expression, “a picture is worth a thousand words”? In the year 2 History project, students put this quote to the test.  There assignment was to find an image from the Middles Ages to describe certain aspects … Continue reading →

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Hidden Truths in History … a creative approach to learning about source criticism

Posted on October 15, 2014 by kristylundstrom

The purpose of this photo project was to quickly bring students into issues related to source criticism and historical awareness in a creative and fun way. Each group chose a historical painting, a poster or a photo and read about the people and … Continue reading →

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How one survivor inspired 300 students and staff in 90 minutes …

Posted on May 1, 2014 by kristylundstrom

When Tobias Rawet*, Holocaust survivor, spoke we all listened. On Tuesday, April 29, Mr. Rawet visited VRG to share his powerful story.  He is 78 years old.  He has dedicated his life to sharing the “real” story of the Holocaust. He … Continue reading →

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Rollspel i historia/ Role play in History – it’s like you were there

Posted on March 10, 2014 by kristylundstrom

Genom rollspelet får eleverna en djupare förståelse för den egna nationens roll men även samspelet med de andra nationerna under första världskriget. Alla elever har på förhand arbetat med frågor som sedan ligger till grund för rollspelet. Eleverna bedöms sedan på … Continue reading →

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