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About Kathleen Richardson

ESL Teacher/Coordinator with 14 years experience in adult education and 20 years as both a K-12 teacher and administrator in NYC and Long Island. Definitely a life-long learner with a great interest in history and culture. Adult education is my passion and I have the privilege of doing what I love every day.

Integrating Primary Sources

The focus of Education Resources at the Library of Congress is on using primary sources to have students understand how people and events have shaped history. To encourage interest and introduce the lesson, the teacher starts by presenting students with a short article or picture. This will give some background information and allow students to ask and answer questions about the materials. The lessons provide an easy to understand format for both teachers and students. There are plenty of materials provided for the lesson and suggestions as to how the teacher can adapt the lessons to suit individual needs. Continue reading Integrating Primary Sources