History of the North East Coast

Newcastle City Learning

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In Newcastle upon Tyne

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Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Location

    Newcastle upon tyne

  • Duration

    8 Weeks

As a region, our coastline has had a remarkable past stretching way before the Viking invaders who breached the security of Lindisfarne. We will work slowly down the coast looking at the history of its towns, villages and coastal resorts. We will examine the architecture and purpose of its buildings and the legacy that has been left behind. We will look at its people through their life journey and decide what made them famous. We will explore the region in a variety of ways from the ordinary to the extraordinary. We will study events by researching documentary evidence and examine old photographs to assess if they gave a ‘true reflection’ of historic Northumbria.The course has been designed to enhance learners’ knowledge of local and public history, records and where to look for them. There will be small group discussions, interactive activities, presentations and exploration of photographic evidence

Facilities

Location

Start date

Newcastle upon Tyne (Tyne and Wear)
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Regent Farm Road, NE3 3HD

Start date

On request

About this course

This course is designed for those learners with an enquiring mind and an interest in local history who want to develop this interest further. History is not just a means of reciting dates and events but the aim of the course is to ‘peel back the layers of time’ and see what fascinating stories lie beneath.

This course is for learners who either have some understanding of the region’s history and who are keen to develop that knowledge further. Also for those learners who have some knowledge of how documentary evidence is sourced, evaluated and examined

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Course programme

How will I learn?

Combining teaching and practical exercises the course will, cover a wide range of topics. Although suggestions have been made, the final decision is always left to those enrolled on the course. The course will also examine ways in which the Internet can be used to enhance and facilitate the study of local history
Have our predecessors left a tantalizing glimpse of the past?
Learners will be able to formulate their own opinions and will:
• work in both small groups and individually
• develop a knowledge and understanding of the impetus that made events happen
You will learn through discussion, exploring resources, documents, records, and maps, suggested reading material. You will complete a range of activities and be able to carry out independent study with assistance where necessary

How will my progress be monitored and assessed?

Your progress will be continually monitored through the exercises planned for each session by your tutor. Feedback will be given on a group and individual basis.

Progression opportunities

Learners will be able to progress on to further history courses

What equipment or materials will I need to provide?

A pen and an A4 pad or note book
Learners are encouraged to bring in any items of historical and local interest such as old photographs, certificates, documents etc to share with the group and to enhance learning

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:

(these can be changed by group consensus in the first lesson)


• From across the sea – the early days

• The wanderers

• Defensive actions

• The northern ports

• The Northern Coalfield

• Heroine or hero

• Foodstuffs of the north

• The sundered land

• Shipwrecks

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History of the North East Coast

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