Teaching History through Graphic Novels and Comics
In recent years, graphic novels and comics have emerged as powerful tools in the teaching of history. Once considered niche or even frivolous, these visual narratives are now being embraced by educators at all levels for their ability to spark engagement, enhance comprehension, and present complex historical realities in accessible ways. For historians, teachers, and […]
Crowdsourcing Memory for Historical Research
In the digital age, history is no longer the sole domain of archives and institutions. Today, memories are stored in cloud drives, social media, smartphones, and community platforms. For historians, educators, and researchers, this shift opens a powerful opportunity: to engage the public directly in collecting, curating, and preserving historical experiences. This is the essence […]
Designing Historical Walking Tours
Historical walking tours are among the most immersive tools for public history engagement. Unlike static museum exhibits or digital storytelling, walking tours unfold in real time and space, inviting participants to physically inhabit the past through streets, buildings, landmarks, and voices. Whether you are a local historian, educator, or student researcher, creating a walking tour […]
Visual History: Working with Family Photographs and Films
In the realm of historical research, visuals such as family photographs and home films often occupy an ambiguous space—rich with emotional and cultural information, but frequently overlooked in favor of written records. Yet these personal visuals can serve as invaluable sources for constructing micro-histories, contextualizing social change, and enriching oral history narratives. Photographs and films […]
Turning Diaries and Journals into Historical Evidence
Among the most intimate and vivid forms of historical documentation are personal diaries and journals. These records, often written without an intended audience, offer unfiltered windows into the everyday lives, emotions, and reflections of individuals from the past. From soldiers’ battlefield notes to adolescent musings during times of war or political upheaval, diaries have long […]
How to Create a History Podcast: Tools, Tips, and Structure
In the last decade, podcasts have become one of the most powerful tools for storytelling, education, and outreach. For historians—whether academic researchers, students, or independent enthusiasts—podcasting offers a compelling way to bring the past to life. Unlike traditional publications, podcasts let history be heard in human voices, layered with music, archival audio, and emotional nuance. […]