Department Report 2005

Mr J. Hall, Mrs A. Barnes, Mr B. Mackenzie, Mr S. McCabe (Subject Head) and Mr D. De Fondaumiere.

Staff : Mr S. McCabe (Subject Head), Mrs A. Barnes, Mr D. de Fondaumiere, Mr B. Mackenzie and Mr J. Hall.

AIMS

It is essential that each learner who leaves school should leave with some historical knowledge, particularly on understanding of their present situation in relation to their heritage. Moreover, each school leaver should take with them a working grasp of several key skills gained in History: detecting bias, developing empathy, presenting coherent arguments, understanding logic and other reading and writing skills. What is certainly important is that those who take History should learn, but they must also enjoy themselves.

History is a compulsory subject in Grade 9 only, having been replaced by Human and Social Sciences. It is however, an option for subject packages in Grade 10.

It is the intention of the department to allow the learners to experience History as something that is relevant, accessible and valuable for the life-long learning. To this end, the core syllabi one supplemented with extra information, viz a viz videos, slides, research projects, internet and so forth. Extension of the curriculum is provided through video evenings and guest speakers.

SYLLABI AND LINKS

GRADE 8 SYLLABUS

GRADE 9 SYLLABUS

GRADE 10 SYLLABUS

GRADE 11 SYLLABUS

GRADE 12 SYLLABUS

GENERAL RESOURCES

HISTORY TOURS

One of the most important aspects of the History year are the annual tours and field-trips.

Tours are offered from Grade 9 to Grade 11; while a tour for Grade 12 is available, depending on interest. Throughout the year, various classes go on field-trips for a day.

The benefits of actually experiencing History are great. Learners are able to empathise more and are able to visualise the experiences of time.

GRADE 9 TOUR

GRADE 10 TOUR

GRADE 11 TOUR

HISTORY FIELD TRIPS

In many instances, it is not always possible to "overnight", particularly when the implications are considered. So, the day trip also becomes a viable option to stimulate interest in History.

GRADE 9 FIELD TRIP

YOUNG HISTORIANS

Since its inception and particularly since its revival, the school has been an avid supporter of this competition.

YOUNG HISTORIANS' CONFERENCE

The Young Historians Conference for 2005 has not taken place yet.

YOUNG HISTORIANS' OLYMPIAD

The Young Historians Olympiad for 2005 has not taken place yet.

YOUNG HISTORIANS' FORUM DISCUSSION

The Young Historians Forum Discussion for 2005 has not taken place yet.

OTHER ACTIVITIES

Inter-school History Quiz

A Glenwood initiative, this quiz aims at testing teams of 6 learners (2 from Grade 10, 2 from Grade 11 and 2 from Grade 12) from four schools over a variety of historical categories, that includes 'Military History 1066-1945', 'Famous People of 19th and 20th Centuries', 'Ancient Egypt', 'American History'. The evenings are always fun and are enjoyed by all.

The Inter-school History Quiz for 2005 has not taken place yet.