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Jane A von Birgelen replied to Neva A. Reece's discussion FInal Class Reflections in Teaching with Primary Sources (LoC)
"Reflection
I am pleased that I was able to explore the Library of Congress website and collections. I had no idea how many opportunities and resources that would be available. The thoughts that these resources are so easily assessable make it ever…"
Jun 4, 2012
Jane A von Birgelen replied to Neva A. Reece's discussion Submit your projects here! in Teaching with Primary Sources (LoC)
"Harriet Turbman/Slavery: Submitted by Jane von BirgelenARS_vonbirglen.doc"
May 23, 2012
Jane A von Birgelen replied to Stephanie Campbell's discussion Reflections on Inquiry-Based Learning in Teaching with Primary Sources (LoC)
"Inquiry-based learning is an outstanding way to teach students to learn to reflect and think.  Our generation of students are so accustomed to “Googling” every answer that they are losing the ability to think critically and to investigate.  Even…"
May 23, 2012
Jane A von Birgelen replied to Neva A. Reece's discussion Readings Reflections in Teaching with Primary Sources (LoC)

When I reflect on the two readings I find myself thinking about teaching my fifth graders.  It is always my intent to teach children “How to Learn” rather than them knowing only the right answers.  As stated, “Consider what good historical…"
May 22, 2012