Stoddard, Jeremy D.
Teaching Difficult History Through Film
- ISBN 13:
- 9781138190771
- author:
- Stoddard, Jeremy D.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Taylor & Francis Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 272
- Dimensions:
- 22.6 x 14.7 x 1.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Education, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Teaching Difficult History through Film offers practical guidance for educators seeking to engage students with challenging historical topics. Contributors share their expertise and experiences in applying theoretical frameworks and pedagogical models to film, providing valuable insights into how to facilitate discussions and promote diverse perspectives. The book provides a range of approaches to teaching difficult histories, from critical race theory to auto-ethnography, as well as practical strategies for engaging students and modeling questions. Realistic considerations facing classroom teachers are also discussed, making this resource appealing to experienced educators, pre-service teacher education programs, graduate students, and academic audiences. A companion website offers additional resources, including part and chapter discussion guides, full references of the films included in the book, and teaching materials for educators.