An illusion that makes the past seem real : the potential of living history for developing the historical consciousness of young people

In the light of widespread concern over the state of history education in England, this study explores how living history at museums and historic sites contributes to engaging young people in representations of the past. It draws on theories of historical consciousness, specifically that of Rüsen,...

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Main Author: Jones, Ceri
Other Authors: Watson, Sheila. ; Knell, Simon
Published: University of Leicester 2012
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Online Access:http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.555473