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Researching American Indian History Webinar Series
Researching American Indian History Webinar Series
In October 2022, we held a two-part webinar series to introduce this history to students and share tips on how to research and develop History Day projects that incorporate American Indian peoples, cultures and histories. Check out the recordings below!
Part I: Introduction to American Indian History in Ohio
Part I: Introduction to American Indian History in Ohio
Guest Speaker: Dr. Stephen Warren, Professor of History and Program Coordinator, Native American and Indigenous Studies, University of Iowa
Description: Hear from Dr. Warren about the rich histories, viewpoints and stories of American Indian peoples connected to this land. Get potential topics you can explore in your history day project, as well as where to start conducting some secondary and primary source research.
Part II: Tips for Meaningfully Researching American Indian History
Part II: Tips for Meaningfully Researching American Indian History
Guest Speaker: Renée Gokey, Teacher Services Coordinator, Smithsonian Institute’s National Museum of the American Indian
Description: Listen as Renée Gokey shares best practices for researching American Indian voices and who, how and where to reach out to for assistance. Learn about the importance of oral histories, storytelling, and material culture for many tribes. Discuss how to incorporate these primary sources into your research and respectfully portray American Indian history throughout your project.
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