What is History and Why do we study history
Subject: History
Class: Senior Secondary School 1 (SS 1)
Term: First Term
Week: Week 1
Topic : What is History and Why do we study history
Instructional Materials:
- History Textbook
- Video documentary on the meaning of History.
Reference Materials
- Scheme of Work
- Online Information
- Textbooks
- Workbooks
- 9 Year Basic Education Curriculum
Previous Knowledge:
The pupils have previous knowledge of
that was taught as a topic during the previous lesson
Behavioural Objectives: By the end of the lesson, the learners will be able to
a. Say the definition of History.
b. Express the reasons why we
teach History.
– To enable the next
generation know about
their environment.
– To provide future
historian.
– History gives us
satisfaction and
enjoyment.
– History makes us
appreciate changes in
the society.
– To see consistency or
inconsistency in the
relationship of recent
events to what has happened in the past
Content:
WEEK 1
TOPIC: Introductory
Lesson. What is
History and why
we teach History
CONTENT
What is History.
History can be defined as any of the following.
A. The study of the past; investigation or narration of past events: A history of the civil war.
B. Past events considered as a whole; the aggregate of past human experience: The history of humankind cannot be fully known, since it is not yet complete.
C. A continuous, often linear record of important or public events or of a particular trend or development: a history of the space program; the history of Western philosophy.
D. The past with regard to human affairs, as distinct from natural history: prehistoric times through the fall of the Western Roman Empire. See Usage Note at prehistory.
E. A branch of knowledge that records and explains past events in human affairs, including an account of both significant and unimportant happenings: History is more interested in what Napoleon did on the battlefield than in what he did in bed.
F. The study of past events, particularly in human affairs: I’m majoring in history.
G. One that has experienced or been subjected to particular events: a ship with a long history.
H. A tale or story, especially one that is based on fact: It was all just history until she wrote her memoirs.
I. The quality or state of being past: in the history of the world.
1. What is History?
2. The meaning of History
3. Importance of History
4. Aims of History
5. Scope of History
6. Method of Study in History
7. Sources of History
8. Classification of Sources of History
9. Secondary Sources of History
10. Tertiary sources of history W
Why do we study history
The study of history helps us to understand the world we live in and how it has come to be. It can also help us to understand other cultures, as well as our own. Here are five reasons why the study of history is important:
1) History teaches us about who we are: When we study history, we learn about the people and cultures that have shaped our own identity. We also come to better understand our own values, beliefs, and traditions.
2) History helps us to understand the present: By understanding the past, we can see patterns that can help us make sense of what is happening in the world today. For example, history can help us to understand why certain countries are at war, or why people voted for a particular political candidate.
3) History can teach us valuable lessons: The study of history can teach us about the consequences of our actions, and how to avoid making the same mistakes that have been made in the past. For example, we can learn from the mistakes of past leaders, and from the successes of those who have made positive contributions to society.
4) History can inspire us: The stories of people who have overcome great obstacles can inspire us to do the same in our own lives. When we study history, we can learn about people who have fought for justice, equality, and freedom, and who have made great sacrifices for the betterment of humanity.
5) History can help us to make better decisions: By understanding the past, we can learn from the mistakes that have been made, and make more informed decisions about the future. For example, if we know that a particular economic policy has led to disaster in the past, we can avoid making the same mistake in the future.
These are just a few of the reasons why history is important. The study of history is essential for understanding the world we live in and how it came to be. It can also help us to make better decisions about our own lives, and about the world we want to live in.
OBJECTIVE QUESTIONS .
1. What is the main reason for studying history?
A) To learn about who we are
B) To make better decisions in the future
C) To understand other cultures
D) To inspire us
E) All of the above
2. What can history teach us?
A) About the present
B) Valuable lessons
C) How to make better decisions
D) All of the above
3. What is one way in which history can help us?
A) To understand other cultures
B) To learn from the mistakes of past leaders
C) To make better decisions about the future
D) All of the above
4. What is an important reason for why we study history?
A) So that we can understand the world we live in
B) In order to learn from past mistakes
C) To know what has happened in human affairs before us
D) All of the above
5. What are some things that history can tell us?
A) About human behavior and why it has changed over time
B) The story of how our world came to be
C) Facts and information about past events
D) All of the above
What are some of the benefits to studying history?
1) History teaches us about who we are: When we study history, we learn about the people and cultures that have shaped our own identity. We also come to better understand our own values, beliefs, and traditions.
2) History helps us to understand the present: By understanding the past, we can see patterns that can help us make sense of what is happening in the world today. For example, history can help us to understand why certain countries are at war, or why people voted for a particular political candidate.
3) History can teach us valuable lessons: The study of history can teach us about the consequences of our actions, and how to avoid making the same mistakes that have been made in the past. For example, we can learn from the mistakes of past leaders, and from the successes of those who have made positive contributions to society.
4) History can inspire us: The stories of people who have overcome great obstacles can inspire us to do the same in our own lives. When we study history, we can learn about people who have fought for justice, equality, and freedom, and who have made great sacrifices for the betterment of humanity.
5) History can help us to make better decisions: By understanding the past, we can learn from the mistakes that have been made, and make more informed decisions about the future. For example, if we know that a particular economic policy has led to disaster in the past, we can avoid making the same mistake in the future.
These are just a few of the reasons why history is important. The study of history is essential for understanding the world we live in and how it came to be. It can also help us to make better decisions about our own lives, and about the world we want to live in.
Evaluation
- What are some of the most significant events in history?
- How do historians determine what events are important enough to be recorded and studied?
- How does our understanding of history change as we learn more about the past?
- What role does historical revisionism play in our understanding of history?
- What can we learn from studying history that can help us make better decisions in the present?
6) What are some of the most significant events in history?
7) How do historians determine what events are important enough to be recorded and studied?
8) How does our understanding of history change as we learn more about the past?
9) What role does historical revisionism play in our understanding of history?
10) What can we learn from studying history that can help us make better decisions in the present?
WEEKEND ACTIVITY:
1. State five reasons for studying history
2. Mention two importance of history
3. What is history
Presentation
The topic is presented step by step
Step 1:
The subject teacher revises the previous topics with the students. topic of the day is being explained.
Step 2:
The teacher writes the reasons for studying history on the board and asks the students to read them silently. After that, she asks some questions to check their understanding of the text. For example:
-Why is it important to study history?
-What can we learn from history?
-How does our understanding of history change as we learn more about the past?
Step 3:
The teacher asks the students to work in pairs and discuss the reasons they think are the most important for studying history. After that, she asks them to share their answers with the class.
Step 4:
The teacher asks the students to think about a historical event that they find interesting and explain why they find it interesting. After that, she asks them to share their answers with the class.
Step 5:
The teacher asks the students to think about a historical figure that they admire and explain why they admire them. After that, she asks them to share their answers with the class.
Step 6:
The teacher asks the students to think about a historical moment that they find inspirational and explain why it is inspirational for them. After that, she asks them to share their answers with the class.
Conclusion :
The subject teacher wraps up or concludes the lesson by giving out a short note to summarize the topic that he or she has just taught.
The class teacher also goes round to make sure that the notes are well copied or well written by the pupils.
He or she makes the necessary corrections when and where the needs arise.
He or she also asks the pupils to ask questions on areas they are not clear about before dismissing the class.
Assignment:
The subject teacher gives an assignment to be done and handed over at a later date.
This is to test how much the pupils have understood what was taught in class.
Evaluation:
The subject teacher sets an examination or test to know how much the pupils have understood what was taught in class.
He or she marks the scripts and gives feedback to the pupils.
He or she may also use other methods of evaluation like project work, debates, etc.
