Revamping History Education: Phillips Academy Enhances Native American Studies

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'Title': 'Flexible Restructuring',

'Summary': 'Peabody's educational resources at Phillips Academy have been effectively utilized in a recent project by history fellow Anna Green. Teaching a class on Native American cultures, Green updated the 'Trade Connections' lesson to include a hands-on component for her students' final projects. This lesson had not been used since December 2022.

The revised lesson plan focuses on eight key objects from regions such as Mesoamerica, the Andes, and the American Southwest and Southeast. It explores historical trade and cultural continuities over time.

To engage students further, the lesson includes a Tarps exercise, simulating an archaeological dig. This activity encourages students to think critically and learn about artifact handling and archaeological techniques.

After this exercise, students conduct detailed studies on the objects' uses, cultural significance, and historical contexts. These activities enhance their research skills and prepare them for their final presentations.

The update of the 'Trade Connections' lesson at Phillips Academy shows how educational resources can be adapted to meet current educational needs and improve student learning experiences. This initiative maintains the value of past resources while adding to the students' academic development.'