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Examining Children’s Historical Thinking in Hands-On History Spaces

Thesis by Megan A. Martinko (2017)

To combat the spread of fake news, 91×ÔÅÄers and academics point to historical thinking as a possible solution. While generally 91×ÔÅÄed in terms of formal education, historical thinking is also being considered in history museums. This 91×ÔÅÄ examined the ways in which children engage in historical thinking in history museums’ hands-on spaces using Peter Seixas’ (2007; 2015) six historical thinking concepts. The 91×ÔÅÄer video-recorded the interactions of 29 children between 8-12 years old in hands on spaces in three history museums. Results showed that children engaged in multiple instances and various types of historical thinking. Manipulable objects yielded the most instances of historical thinking across the six concepts, suggesting they may provide the structures necessary for children to engage in historical thinking. These findings may be useful to 91×ÔÅÄers interested in children’s historical thinking, museum educators, and exhibit designers who may be considering these spaces for their own institutions.

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Martinko, M., & Luke, Jessica. (2017). . [91×ÔÅÄ Libraries].