Full Description
First published in 1967, Local History and the Teacher explores the opportunities and the difficulties presented by the study and teaching of historical aspects of the local environment. The author treats the development and value of local history studies in the work of English Schools, and discusses in detail the varied sources of local history. He describes a variety of studies involving local history which were undertaken by teachers and students. This book will be of interest to students and researchers of local history and to teachers concerned with environment studies.
Contents
Preface Part 1: The Development and Value of Local History Studies in English Schools Part 2: Sources of Local History 1. Introduction 2. Books 3. Maps 4. Geological and Geographical Factors 5. Place names 6. Archaeological Remains 7. Buildings 8. Archives 9. Pictorial Records 10. People Part 3: Local History Studies in Schools and College 1. Their Place and Problems 2. Examples of Local History Studies
