https://padlet.com/ccostrow/m561q7rbwcjtkqc4 https://drive.google.com/file/d/10jyLzccMp0bAx6GfPlbjeimgfBcKvPeM/view en-us 2023-03-12 19:58:49 UTC 2023-03-12 23:02:21 UTC hello@padlet.com ccostrow https://padlet.com/ccostrow/m561q7rbwcjtkqc4/wish/2513418153 "The Room Where It Happens" is an article written by Scott L. Roberts. This article was written to help educators get a grasp on how to teach the difference of opinions about historical figures. In Chapter 5, it discusses more about historical content and figures like The "Founding Fathers", Suffragists, and the Civil Rights Movement leaders. The 5 main points from this chapter were...

1.) Heroification should be minimized at much as possible. Teaching students only about the "perfect" hero's in history can portray perfectionism. It doesn't showcase the idea that making mistakes does lead to success. 

2.) Teachers need to represent more historical figures. Most educators mostly talk about the founding fathers or the leaders from the Civil Rights movement. Although these are important to discuss, there are other historical figures that have made a significant change in the world. Only focusing on certain topics limits the amount of learning. 

3.) Focusing on the good and bad of a figure or event is the key to success. Not all students have the same views and topics shouldn't only focus on one side. Allowing the students to research different views creates open mindedness. 

4.) Teachers should use educated sources and have prior knowledge before a lesson. Just starting a lesson without background knowledge can lead to wrong answers and opinionated statements. It is also okay to not know an answer to a question, but teachers should be well aware of what they will discussing with their class. 

5.) Before discussing about major topics, the teacher should start the lesson off slowly. Maybe allowing the students to compare the everyday life with pros and cons. ]]> 2023-03-12 20:40:45 UTC https://padlet.com/ccostrow/m561q7rbwcjtkqc4/wish/2513418153 ccostrow https://padlet.com/ccostrow/m561q7rbwcjtkqc4/wish/2513418961 "The Room Where It Happens" does somewhat relate to chapter 5. They both point out the idea about historical figures and the different opinions surrounding them. Chapter 5 talks more about the actual figures life, such as the Founding Fathers and Civil Rights Movement leaders. The articles main idea is about how parents and educators of the world can teach about the important figures. In the article it mentions, "There are simply too many national, regional, political, and religious values and opinions represented in our communities. Pushing an agenda too far on the left or right of the political spectrum can get an elementary level teacher into trouble with those above their pay grade(Roberts, pg.2, 2019). As teachers, we have to remember that no one comes from the same background and everyone has their own unique point of views. Teaching shouldn't be opinionated. ]]> 2023-03-12 20:42:15 UTC https://padlet.com/ccostrow/m561q7rbwcjtkqc4/wish/2513418961 ccostrow https://padlet.com/ccostrow/m561q7rbwcjtkqc4/wish/2513419493 After conducting research about the chapter and article, I had a few questions that came across my mind...

-What would I do as a teacher if a student says a very opinionated statement in front of the whole class?

-Is it recommended to always let the parents known when we will be discussing about historical figures?

-How can I make the classroom feel comfortable and safe when talking about these "taboo" topics?

]]> 2023-03-12 20:43:19 UTC https://padlet.com/ccostrow/m561q7rbwcjtkqc4/wish/2513419493 ccostrow https://padlet.com/ccostrow/m561q7rbwcjtkqc4/wish/2513420652 There are a variety of techniques and tricks to teach students about historical figures and "taboo" topics. Some main tricks are...

1.) Start off slow. Let the students know when you will be talking about history and that the classroom is a safe space. Allow the students compare the great and not so great things of the everyday life. Ex: bills, field trips, quizzes, etc. 

2.) Allow the students to gain an understanding that they can see the good in things that they did not prefer before. Opinions can change and everyone has their own point of view. 

3.) Showcase videos, pictures, or readings that demonstrate more than one point of view about a historic figure. Don't just focus on one side. As a teacher, it is important to showcase all sides. ]]> 2023-03-12 20:45:42 UTC https://padlet.com/ccostrow/m561q7rbwcjtkqc4/wish/2513420652