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Why Should Your Students Participate in New York State History Day?
Students often ask: "Why do I need to learn this?"
History Day answers that question by making history come alive with real world experiences. Students explore local, state, national, and world history through a topic that relates to an annual theme, which requires students think critically and determine their topics' significance over time. As an inquiry-based, experiential method of teaching social studies, History Day enables students to examine a smaller event, person, or place in history and relate it to the national or international story. Through this avenue of primary and secondary research, students come to their own conclusions about historical significance, and gain a greater understanding of why learning about history is valuable. Educators look for those "Aha!" moments; with History Day, students guide themselves to these revelations.
Among many benefits, New York State History Day:
- Provides teachers with an assessment tool that engages students in history and makes them excited about learning.
- Meets New York State Learning Standards in Social Studies and English Language Arts
- Provides a context for the study of history in students' lives
- Bolsters student academic performance in several disciplines, including research techniques, writing skills, historical knowledge, creativity, literacy, communication skills, and college readiness.
- Gives the possibility of awards at the regional, state, and national levels
- Showcases student achievement to the larger community
The National History Day program has been authorized by the United States Congress, and is recognized as the nation's oldest and most highly regarded history program for students in grades six through twelve. |
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