Top Rated by Teachers, This Free Site Invites Broad Exploration of History, Science and More

Top Rated by Teachers, This Free Site Invites Broad Exploration of History, Science and More

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Big History Project

Fascinating look at life's bigger questions with a fresh perspective

Pros: High schoolers will benefit from looking at their world from a broader perspective.

Cons: The reading level of some texts surpasses that of 9th and 10th graders; extra scaffolding may be needed to ensure student buy-in and comprehension.

Bottom Line: A wonderfully innovative and divergent way to teach foundational concepts in history, humanities, critical thinking, and science.

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