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IB History Welcome! History is now in your hands…. Key Attributes:. Carefully chosen words that describe the most important aspects of a given concept. For example… What are the key attributes of history? Recorded information Older than 10 years Interconnected/ intertwined Chronological
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Key Attributes: Carefully chosen words that describe the most important aspects of a given concept. For example… What are the key attributes of history? • Recorded information • Older than 10 years • Interconnected/ intertwined • Chronological • Thematic • Dynamic (not static) • Multiple Perspectives • Cause and/or Effect • Formulation of an argument • Justified • Investigation • Human (a human creation) • Sources
Do you have what it takes to be an historian? Think about this with a classmate sitting next to you….. What is the difference between, Analytical and Judgmental? (Find the key attributes for each of the above words.)
Do you have what it takes to be an historian? Think about this with a classmate sitting next to you….. What is the difference between, Critical and Skeptical? (Find the key attributes for each of the above words.)
Do you have what it takes to be an historian? Think about this with a classmate sitting next to you….. What are the key attributes of the following word: Insightful (Find the key attributes for each of the above words.)
Combine these three words to explain their importance for historians… • Analytical • Critical • Insightful Write a well developed paragraph.
Argument Check List • Is your argument clearly stated within your thesis? Is it clear what you want to prove? • Is there clear organization of the reasons to support your argument? • Are there at least three reasons, with specific examples, to justify your argument? • Are there adequate sources to support each justification? • Does it sound convincing? • Did you answer the question?