In The Classroom

In this module, we review classroom practices for using online primary sources effectively. Online resources for primary sources can still be used in classrooms without the latest technology, but it’s important to plan for ways to work around these barriers. Classroom activities using primary sources can promote critical thinking skills and meet the needs of students with different learning styles. Finally, we’ll examine some methods for assessing primary source activities.

At the completion of this Module, you will be able to:

• Evaluate the benefits of using primary sources in the classroom.
• Develop critical thinking skills.
• Analyze primary sources by using the Scan Examine Analyze (SEA) method and NARA worksheets.
• Describe uses of primary sources in the classroom.
• Apply a selection process to choose appropriate primary sources for the classroom.
• Develop a lesson plan for students who are using online primary sources.
• Examine methods of teaching critical thinking skills to students who are using primary sources.
• Collaborate with other participants to develop and improve classroom activities.
• Address needs of students with various learning styles.
• Create assessment tools to evaluate projects that use primary sources.

Module Seven Activity Checklist

Open the Learning Activity Checklist (pdf).

The Checklist can be saved to your local drive by clicking Save on the toolbar. As you complete Module Assignments, check them off on this electronic copy. Alternatively, you can print a copy to complete.