Mainstreaming Black and Asian British History Dan Lyndon AST Henry Compton School
Overview Introduction – why we should mainstream Black and Asian British history Black history timeline Hotseating William Davidson The Drake Jewel Black history webquests Ideas for Black History Month www.blackhistory4schools.com
Why we should mainstream Black and Asian British history Particularly appropriate for London schools Recognises presence going back at least 500 years Acknowledges contributions to significant events Increases motivation and achievement of students through diversity of curriculum provision
Diversity in the UK
William Davidson
Black and Asian British History Month at Henry Compton ‘Raising Horizons’ seminars and Question Time ‘London Calling’ Drama performances and workshops with the Museum of London International Food Day www.blackscholar.net competition run by Mayor of London 100 Black Men of London competition Displays, assemblies, school newspaper
Contact details & websites danlyndon@gmail.com www.blackhistory4schools.com www.comptonhistory.com