Why study history?

Why Study History?

1. Think Chronologically

We will achieve this by:

- distinguishing between past, present, and future time

- reconstructing patterns of historical succession and duration

2. Comprehend a variety of historical sources

We will achieve this by:

- appreciating historical perspectives

- identifying the author or source of the historical document and assessing its credibility

3. Engage in historical analysis and interpretation

We will achieve this by:

- considering multiple perspectives

- holding interpretations of history as tentative

4. Conduct historical research

We will achieve this by:

- interrogating historical data

- supporting interpretations with historical evidence

5. Engage in historical issues-analysis and decision-making

We will achieve this by:

- identifying issues of the past

- formulate a position or course of action on an issue