Dangerously Irrelevant

MAY 31, 2017

It also offers a YouTube channel on which historians discuss their work , making history come alive for contemporary youth. The UC Davis California History Social Science Project frames current events within their historical context , connecting students’ present to the past.

Social Studies 76

Social Studies Teaching Archiving Geography 76

Moler's Musing

DECEMBER 17, 2023

After contemplating options, I decided to put together some lessons on local history. This stimulated great thinking, although making connections between the news stories and class content was a stretch for them. We’ll finish customizing our historical event sweaters when we come back from break on Monday.

Local History 52

Local History Economics History Critical Thinking 52

Moler's Musing

MARCH 14, 2025

We even tied in local history by exploring Clermont Countys own Gold Rush in 1868. Each of these protocols ensured that students werent just memorizing factsthey were actively engaging, thinking, and making connections across history. Students had to relate Texas annexation to another historical event. Was the U.S.

Primary Sources 98

Primary Sources Local History History Government 98

Moler's Musing

MARCH 21, 2025

This week was all about using EduProtocols to deepen understanding and get students thinking critically about history. From Parafly for paraphrasing complex texts to Thick Slides for sequencing and comparing key events, we focused on meaningful engagement.

Local History 97

Local History History Economics Critical Thinking 97

Moler's Musing

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Each student researched one battle, focusing on: When it happened Where it happened Two major events Why it was important to the war’s outcome To share their findings, I set up a Padlet divided into five sections—one for each battle. This quick burst of activity keeps engagement high and helps solidify foundational knowledge.

History 97

History Local History Critical Thinking Middle School 97