The National History Day Way
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PBL says: NHD does: Define the content. Pick a topic! Annotated bibliography Use of content in presentation
PBL says: NHD does: Identify the context Work within the context of the annual theme Historical context of topic Balanced research into surrounding issues
PBL says: NHD students: List possible problems Look at the topic from multiple perspectives Find diverse sources to provide balance of perspective Choose appropriate category for the topic
PBL says: NHD students: Describe possible solutions Arrive at conclusions of longterm analysis Demonstrate understanding of historical concept of cause and effect
PBL says: NHD students: Calibrate your project Critique each others’ work Use the network of NHD resources to evaluate their own work Use what they learn to strengthen their own work
PBL says: NHD students: Describe the task Write a process paper Write an extensive annotated bibliography that describes content knowledge Responds to judges’ interview questions
PBL says: NHD students: Reflect on the Learning Receive evaluation sheets from judges at every level of competition Use those critiques to improve their work effort