Be able to discern how point of view influences and effects historical understanding. Learn about the experiences of some modern immigrants in East Central Illinois. Evaluate selected experiences of modern and early immigrant experiences. Be able to demonstrate the literacy skills required to identify and analyze visual, oral, and written primary sources related to immigration. Top of Page Time Required This project is comprised of several components which can be used in total or implemented independently as standalone units or expanded to suit local needs.
Some components can take as little as three days.
Recommended Grade Level Middle school. Can be adapted for high school. Initially piloted within the history curriculum, components can also be implemented across curricular areas in an interdisciplinary approach. Available from PBS . A Layman's Introduction to Field Techniques .