Course Category: Considering the Source

Understanding Sources as Pieces of History

Understand the importance of primary sources in the classroom
Considering the Source  |  COURSE 1 Introduction Welcome to Understanding Sources as Pieces of History, the first course in the BRI's online program, Considering the Source! In this course, you'll activate your existing understanding of the topic. And by exploring the importance of historical interpretation, you'll gain new insights of sources as pieces of history. [...]

Applying Historical Source Literacy

CONSIDERING THE SOURCE  |  COURSE 2 Introduction Welcome to Applying Historical Source Literacy, the second course in the BRI's online program, Considering the Source! In this course, you'll review and engage in historical source literacy skills. After honing your skills, you'll observe another experienced teacher model how they apply their skills to a primary source. [...]

Scaffold Sources for Various Learners

Practice scaffolding sources so your students can access them
CONSIDERING THE SOURCE   |  COURSE 4 Introduction Welcome to Scaffold Sources for Various Learners, the fourth course in the BRI's online program, Considering the Source! Primary sources can be difficult for students to read and comprehend. Sometimes we dismiss them because our students cannot access the text, but that can stunt their opportunities for [...]

Selecting Relevant Sources

Select sources to meet your learning objectives
INTRODUCTION TO SOCRATIC PEDAGOGY  |  COURSE 3 Introduction Welcome to Selecting Relevant Sources, the third course in the BRI's online program, Considering the Source! By the end of this course, you will know how to select relevant and credible sources to meet your learning objectives. You will complete this module by applying your learned skills [...]
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