HI ST ORY AT LAW REN CE ACA DEMY Lawrence Academy students are encouraged to do the intellectual work of historians and unlock knowledge of global events through investigation. By determining the meaning of an important idea or question for themselves, they are preparing to be active, engaged citizens in this global society; how they interpret that idea or answer that question will help them understand both the past and something about the human condition. e Lawrence Academy history department believes in bringing the material alive, rather than just giving students a fact to memorize. Teachers put an emphasis on active learning, inquiry, and simulation, and focus on depth of knowledge over breadth. After all, history is not a spectator sport.
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In Lawrence Academy’s
history courses, there’s a lot
of space for open-ended discussion. That’s what you need if you want to cultivate a passion for academics: being able to connect what you’re
learning to the real world through a discussion. It deepened my passion for history and learning in general.”
Emphasis is placed on active learning, inquiry and simulation.
Formulate meaningful questions