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Begin Here: The Forgotten Conditions of Teaching
and Learning
by Jacques
Barzun
A collection
of essays on education from the prominent American cultural historian
and professor who has twice served as president of the American
Academy of Arts and Letters.
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The Clash
of Civilizations and the Remaking of the World Order
by Samuel
P. Huntington
A powerful and
controversial analysis of the world situation following the Cold
War. Huntington proposes that "civilizations have replaced
nations and ideologies as the driving force in global politics."
He sheds light on global dynamics including the role of the West,
the Islamic resurgence, and the new Asian self-confidence.
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The First Days of School
by Harry
K. Wong
Good, basic,
practical advice for becoming an effective teacher in the classroom.
Many of Wong's ideas are so sensible that you might be chagrined
you didn't think of them yourself.
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Guns, Germs, and Steel
by Jared
Diamond
The Pulitzer
Prize winning book from a scientist who brings together biology,
geography and history to illuminate the development and distribution
of human societies. A compelling explanation of why the Eurasian
land mass spawned technological advancement that led to world
conquest. A contribution to the "new world history."
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Historical Thinking
and Other Unnatural Acts
by Sam Wineburg
In this readable collection, Wineburg, a professor
of cognitive studies in education and a history professor at
the University of Washington, describes a decade of his research
into history education.
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The Human Web:
A Bird's-eye View of World History
by J.R. McNeill & William H. McNeill
Useful overview of the processes and mechanics
of world history. The authors say,"This book is written
for people who would like to know how the world got to be the
way it is but don't have time to read a shelf or two of history
books." A contribution to "the new world history."
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Mapping Human History: Genes, Race, and
our Common Origins
by Steve Olson
Genetics has joined archeology and paleontology
in mapping the early movements of human societies. This book
reminds us that despite our diversity, we are all Africans. A
contribution to the "new world history."
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The Methods
and Skills of History: A Practical Guide (2nd
edition)
by Conal Furay and Michael J. Salevouris
Clear and concise introduction to the nature
and practice of history including research and writing. Concepts
are reinforced through exercises designed for entry-level college
students. Excellent resource for secondary teachers.
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The New World
History: A Teacher's Companion
by Ross E. Dunn, editor
Historians have begun to look at world history
in a new way that attempts to identify large patterns of historical
development that cross civilizations, geographical regions, and
time periods. This approach is meant to be more global and less
Eurocentric than history based on Western civilization. Dunn
has collected 57 articles relating to the new world history.
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Teaching World
History: a Resource Book
by Heidi Roupp, editor
Edited by high school teacher Roupp, a former
president of the World History Association, this grounded and
useful compendium includes contributions from 54 educators on
teaching approaches, strategies, and lessons.
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Understanding
by Design
by Grant Wiggins and Jay McTighe
This guide to designing curriculum shows teachers
how to begin with "essential understandings" and work
"backward" to identify the assessments, lessons and
materials that will convey meaningful learning to students. Includes
helpful procedures and templates. Published by the Association
for Supervision and Curriculum Development.
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World Civilizations: the Global Experience
by Peter N. Stearns, Michael Adas, Stuart B. Schwartz, and Marc
Jason Gilbert
This college text is a perceptive and authoritative
treatment of world history that emphasizes cross-cultural connections
and comparisons. Includes document excerpts and extended analyses
of important concepts. A contribution to "the new world
history."
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