Why Study History Its more important than you
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Why Study History? It’s more important than you think!
Empathy for Others? Ever hear this phrase – “walk in other people’s shoes” you feel with them. You become one with them. Makes us aware of others Better understanding of our own experiences (good and bad) Used in our relations with other people
You will become a better thinker! No, really you will! History means investigation Involves analyzing evidence, making judgments about sources Different points of view – what’s important and why? Essential critical thinking skills Use in history class and throughout your life Exercise skills when making an important decision about your life and future You will make more informed decisions
Avoid Errors of the Past “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it” George Santayana Learning from the errors of our past better chance we avoid them in the future This is true in history and in life As Norman Cousins says “History is a vast early warning system. ”
It’s actually interesting? No, really it is! Ok so maybe that’s a matter of opinion, but hear me out History is good storytelling. A story well told. Like solving a puzzle or a mystery Deciding what is important. Why it’s important is more challenging.
