An illusion that makes the past seem real : the potential of living history for developing the historical consciousness of young people
In the light of widespread concern over the state of history education in England, this study explores how living history at museums and historic sites contributes to engaging young people in representations of the past. It draws on theories of historical consciousness, specifically that of Rüsen,...
Main Author: | Jones, Ceri |
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Other Authors: | Watson, Sheila. ; Knell, Simon |
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University of Leicester
2012
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Online Access: | http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.555473 |
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