It’s true that a history major isn’t quite popular amongst students. However, that might be because we have an inaccurate picture of the subject. It is an excellent educational path if you’re curious about fateful past events and how the world works. Many people have the misconception that history is just about knowing time and[…]
While writing can be a challenge, so can finding the motivation to revise one’s work. By Dr. Narmada PaulPostdoctoral Scholar in Educational PsychologyUniversity of Kentucky Introduction When high school students get into the habit of revising their writing, it has a positive impact on the quality of their work. Despite the proven benefits of revision, students often resist making[…]
The U.S. founders believed education would be crucial to maintaining our republic. Introduction The majority of Americans today are anxious; they believe their democracy is under threat. In fact, democracies deteriorate easily. As was feared since the times of Greek philosopher Plato, they may suddenly succumb to mob rule. The people will think they have an inalienable right[…]
A century ago a similar right-wing outrage campaign was launched against the teaching of evolution in public schools. In a recent debate over a law to ban the teaching of Critical Race Theory, Tennessee legislator Justin Lafferty (R) explained to his colleagues that the 3/5th Compromise of 1787, used to determine a state’s representation in[…]
Managing academic documents can be challenging if you don’t know the best ways of doing so. Unfortunately, today, many students fail to manage their schoolwork and end up failing in their careers. With this post, we will learn the simple steps in managing academic documents. Please read on for more! Steps in Writing an Essay[…]
World history surveys must help introduce students to a wider past that actively sheds light on the present, By Dr. Peter N. StearnsUniversity Professor, Provost EmeritusGeorge Mason University One of the daunting aspects of teaching world history is the realization of how much has to be left out. Constraints of the survey course and even[…]
We’re never far from where we were. Dr. Cox explains why that’s important to know. “History is H.O.T. right now,” Dr. Karen Cox explains. When looking at recent events, like the Unite the Right rally that took place in August 2017 in Charlottesville, VA, history helps shape our understanding. History can explain the importance that[…]
The Carolingian Renaissance “had a spectacular effect on education and culture in Francia”. Curated/Reviewed by Matthew A. McIntoshPublic HistorianBrewminate Introduction The Carolingian Renaissance was the first of three medieval renaissances, a period of cultural activity in the Carolingian Empire. It occurred from the late 8th century to the 9th century, taking inspiration from the Christian Roman Empire of the fourth century. During[…]
There is considerable evidence of early education, as evidenced by written language. Curated/Reviewed by Matthew A. McIntoshPublic HistorianBrewminate Introduction The history of education extends at least as far back as the first written records recovered from ancient civilizations. Studies of modern peoples remote from western or other civilizations and with little history of a written culture, nevertheless[…]
Everybody is busy living the current and planning for the future. We can only know the direction we have taken, and what advancement looks like from history. It is essential to see our origin to appreciate the directions we have taken. It is the reason why we need to appreciate history. History is a significant[…]
History is an essential subject that enables us to plan for the future. Through its lens, we know where we are coming from, understand our present and prepare for what lies ahead. It is a cherished educational subject that allows us to appreciate many things in the current setting. What we see today was once[…]
In 1209, scholars taking refuge from hostile townsmen in Oxford migrated to Cambridge and settled there. Early Records When we first come across Cambridge in written records, it was already a considerable town. The bridge across the River Cam or Granta, from which the town took its name, had existed since at least 875. The[…]
The University of Bologna saw the first woman to earn a university degree and teach at a university. Introduction The University of Bologna is a research university in Bologna, Italy. Founded in 1088 by an organised guild of students (hence studiorum), it is the oldest university in continuous operation in the world, and the first university in the sense of a[…]
All academic papers require you to format the content according to the required citation style, and essays that you need to write in school or college are no exception. Your grades depend on many factors, and one of them is your ability to follow the necessary style guidelines. If your text is different from the[…]
By Amanda Dudley The Roman Empire spanned several centuries and has had a major influence on the world at large. As such, there is a huge chance that you may find yourself in a situation where you are required to write a paper on Ancient Rome society. But where exactly do you get your sources[…]
Anyone can identify a good film when they see it. Movies are an integral part of modern entertainment. They have been sources of inspiration and knowledge over the years. Filmmaking is a rewarding industry, with acclaimed movie stars bagging lucrative deals. They also gain lifetime recognition. Joining the industry can be straightforward as long as[…]
Learning STEM fields can help any student secure a successful career. It adapts them to find jobs in the most progressive and high-paying industries. According to analytics, about 75% of jobs today need employees with STEM skills. There is not a single school today that doesn’t offer courses on technical disciplines. However, studying those can[…]
Becoming a nurse is a fantastic career goal, and, once you are qualified, your degree will open many different doors whether you choose to work in a hospital or try something different such as community nursing, working in a prison or oil rig (or any other unusual place), or working from home doing some of[…]
A dissertation defense is a crucial moment in the life of every student. It is a very stressful situation that makes students nervous about everything. If you still don’t have the paper you may ask someone “Can you do my dissertation for me?”. But if you have already managed the paper you may wonder how[…]
English has been portrayed as the language of opportunity. It has more advantages than other languages in terms of profession, industry, technology, research, schooling, etc. If you’re taking an English class in middle school, high school, or graduate school, you might wonder why English matters, particularly if you’re planning to study or look for jobs[…]
Whether you’re a college junior or on your way to graduation, writing research essays is always stressful. Coming up with an idea your professors will love is half of the work, however. That is why we are here to discuss several of the best ideas you should consider when writing your next research essay. Environment[…]
Art is an integral part of every individual’s growth. Whether they take it as a means to escape the boredom of reality or as a means to express their creativity, there are several answers to why study arts. The term refers to a highly diverse range of activities that human beings toil themselves in to[…]
In Chicago’s 1937 ‘radio school’ experiment, technology filled the gap during a crisis. Introduction A UNICEF survey found that 94% of countries implemented some form of remote learning when COVID-19 closed schools last spring, including in the United States. This is not the first time education has been disrupted in the U.S. – nor the first time[…]
Many people associate history with the most boring class (besides math) in their high school experience. Largely due to the way that history is presented in the schooling system, history can often seem uninteresting and unimportant to many people. However, history can actually be an extremely enriching thing to study, and can actually help you[…]
We all had a childhood dream. It is, unfortunately, by virtue of it being a childhood dream, unlikely we will ever be able to pursue it. This is because most childhood dreams are absolutely fantastic, or as we grow older, we find ourselves more cynical and less enthusiastic about becoming, shall we say… a wizard?[…]
The Second World War was one of the most cataclysmic events humanity has ever experienced, wreaking havoc and destruction across the world. So far reaching across the globe were the effects of the war that it comes as no surprise that many history courses will dedicate a large amount of the curriculum to understanding the[…]
Your learning goals are an important part of the whole learning process. These will set the pace, establish the means, and dictate your priorities when it comes to what you are trying to achieve. To ensure that you are successful in the outcome, it is not only important to name the goals you have. You[…]
Cambridge University Digital History Seminar graphic A survey indicates the answer is yes. By Dr. Robert B. Townsend / 04.29.2018 Director American Academy of Arts and Sciences As earlier reports on historians’ use of technology demonstrated, most historians are gathering materials, analyzing their findings, and writing their scholarship in digital form. Curiously, however, a national survey in fall[…]
Department for Communities/flickr/Creative Commons By Dr. Peter Worley / 03.03.2016 CEO, The Philosophy Foundation President, SOPHIA Visiting Research Associate, King’s College London ‘Would anyone like to travel through time?’ I ask my audience. More than half raise their hands. Using a random-selection app on my phone I pick a ‘time traveller’. I explain that she[…]
Vincent of Beauvais (1190 – 1264?) was a French scholar, encyclopedist and Dominican Friar. / Public Domain Analyzing political education in the late Middle Ages, centring on the Latin work Tractatus de morali principis institutione, written in 1263 by the Dominican Vincent of Beauvais to provide guidance for princes on political affairs. By Dr. Francisco[…]