American History · 93 topics · Common Core State Standards

American History, uncovering evidence.

93 topics aligned to Common Core State Standards. The story of the United States from colonial settlement through the Progressive Era.

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Suggested Methodologies

American History, taught through active methods.

Not every active-learning method works on every topic. Here are four that tend to land hard in american history.

Socratic Seminar
Deep discussion in inner/outer circles
Evidence analysis
Mock Trial
Courtroom simulation with roles
Decision re-enactment
Simulation Game
Complex scenario with roles and consequences
Counter-factual testing
Document Mystery
Analyze evidence to solve a historical question
Source triangulation

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