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It’s Time to Replace “Prehistory” With “Deep History”

Sapiens

Instead, we advocate for “deep history.” It focuses on Indigenous knowledge systems, diverse Oral Histories, and a wide range of belongings and objects to expand our understanding of the past. This approach to archaeological research places value on the continuous cultural and social development of humans.

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In Memoriam: Renowned Political Scientist and former APSA President, Dr. Matthew Holden, Jr., Passes Away

Political Science Now

He also completed an APSA Oral History Interview in 1993, where he shares his experiences in the discipline of political science. In 2012, Holdens biography was entered into the U.S. Bunche Award Committee (1983), and the Centennial Campaign Presidents Council (98-03). Holden also received an honorary L.L.D.

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“We’re really underwater here:” An oral history of year three of pandemic schooling, Part II

The Hechinger Report

He has been with the district since June 2012. The post “We’re really underwater here:” An oral history of year three of pandemic schooling, Part II appeared first on The Hechinger Report. You have individuals to come and support if individuals go out sick. Credit: Image provided by the School District of Philadelphia.

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As Humanities Fight for Support, New Journal Aims to Celebrate Their Role in Public Life

ED Surge

A scholarly book or article about history or philosophy counts. So does a local oral-history project, an art exhibit, or a dinner-table conversation about books, movies, or music. Like air, humanities-driven work is everywhere but taken for granted, so much a part of life its easy to overlook.