High School History Recap
The High School History Recap podcast was started by two passionate teachers from South Africa who realised the value of taking history teaching and learning beyond the confines of the textbook and classroom. Their recipe includes constructive conversations with learners and experts alike. William and Colin investigate topics covered in most history classrooms but also ask questions about how best to teach and learn these topics. They cover the "what to teach", "how to teach", "how we learn", and "thinking tools" of history teaching and learning. Find them on any podcast player platform like Apple or Spotify. Let's share the love for history. Find us on Twitter @WilliamHPalk or @C_duPlessis. Our email address is highschoolhistoryrecap@gmail.com.
High School History Recap
#9 From Foraging to Farming
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William H Palk and Colin du Plessis
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Season 1
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Episode 9
In this episode we turn to Big History, and explore humanity's transition from a nomadic foraging (i.e. hunter-gatherer) way of life to the more settled existence of farming. Historians call this transition the agricultural revolution. It is a pity that certain school curricula don't include a broader view of our past. There are brilliant Big History and World History websites one can access (e.g. www.oerproject.com) that really takes you on an epic journey through time and space. We look at some of the features of forager societies, and consider the advantages and disadvantages of farming.