Come and try Local History

How will I learn?

Through a mixture of strategies – short lecture, quiz, discussion, question/answer session and written work.

How will my progress be monitored and assessed?

By the tutor who will report on my progress during the session.

Progression opportunities

Your tutor will advise of further opportunities.

What equipment or materials will I need to provide?

Pen and paper.

What other support is available?

Help with numeracy or literacy is available. ICT drop-in sessions are available during term time and are open to all learners. Additional support can be provided for students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities. Learner Support Funding is available for equipment, childcare and travel to learners who qualify. For further details please ask when enrolling.

The topics covered include:

What the study of Local History entails.

How it is usually taught including the various strategies.

The main themes of Local History with examples provided from each of the following listed below:-

• Recreation and leisure including the music hall and old cinemas
• The old industries of the region including a brief history
• Shopping and the high street and how it has changed and developed
• Transport and the major changes/developments in the region
• Housing and conditions including slum clearance areas