Threshold concept 4 |
change and continuity |
Whilst some things change, some things stay the same
Threshold concept 4 |
change and continuity |
In a nutshell. What is change and continuity?The development of the historical second order concept of change it to is indispensable to developing knowledge and understanding of the past and should be an integral part of the History Threshold Concepts adopted by the department. It is suggested that a possible starting point for exploration of this History Threshold Concepts could be:
History is about events which may lead to something changing or remaining the same (Change and Continuity) but the extent of either can be underestimated or exaggerated. This is an area which as received a plethora of pedagogical consideration by the history teaching community. In respect of thinking through the second order concept change the HA Website communicates that: “Consideration of change and continuity tends to be a feature of period and thematic studies. The latter, in particular, make it possible for students to examine trends and turning points over time, looking at those dimensions which remain stable while others alter, and examining the varying pace, direction and nature of those alterations. Another aspect of change and continuity – one that can also be explored within shorter depth studies – is the lived experience of change: how particular developments were experienced and understood by those who lived through them. These materials provide important insights into common student misconceptions and illustrate a range of strategies for planning and teaching (including the choice of worthwhile historical questions) that will support the development of more effective analytical descriptions of change and continuity.” |
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TH What's the wisdom on change and continuity?
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TH New Novice or Nervous?
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