Constructed Nature: Towards a Transdisciplinary Approach to Teaching Public History through Historical Research and Exhibit Design

Megan Kendrick, Adjunct Faculty, Woodbury University

Proposal Type

Panel

Seeking
  • Seeking Additional Presenters
  • Seeking Specific Expertise
  • General Feedback and Interest
Related Topics
  • Museums/Exhibits
  • Digital
  • Teaching
Abstract

This proposed panel will explore methodologies, challenges and outcomes of teaching public history in nontraditional settings. Read More

In the Middle of Experiences and Outcomes: Storytelling in the Digital Age

Megan Harris, Senior Reference Specialist, Veterans History Project, Library of Congress

Proposal Type

Roundtable

Seeking
  • Seeking Additional Presenters
  • Seeking Specific Expertise
  • General Feedback and Interest
Related Topics
  • Civic Engagement
  • Oral History
  • Place
  • Memory
  • Theory
  • Digital
Abstract

We propose a roundtable discussion to build upo n oral history-focused panels at previous NCPH conferences by examining a f ew recent case studies, but more importantly, by opening a dialogue with th e audience members in order to identify common challenges, brainstorm poten tial solutions, and offer thoughts on a way forward. Read More

Making History the New Sexy

Elisabeth Fricker, Graduate Student, University of South Dakota

Proposal Type

Structured Conversation

Seeking
  • Seeking Additional Presenters
  • Seeking Specific Expertise
  • General Feedback and Interest
Related Topics
  • Theory
  • Digital
  • Teaching
Abstract

The need for Public Historians to make a conscious efforts to learn about theories in fields like Communication and Political Science in order to engage their audiences and rally supporters with social media and community organizing techniques. Read More

Beyond Data – Digital Methods as a Way to Present History

Michelle Davison, PhD Student, University of South Florida

Proposal Type

Roundtable

Seeking
  • Seeking Additional Presenters
  • Seeking Specific Expertise
  • General Feedback and Interest
Related Topics
  • Civic Engagement
  • Digital
  • Science and Tech
Abstract

The affordances of digital methods in presenting history and engaging with the public. Read More