1. Primary Curriculum
  2. History
  3. Threshold Concepts

Threshold Concepts

  • Investigate and interpret the past
    This concept involves understanding that our understanding of the past comes from an interpretation of the available evidence.
  • Build an overview of world history
    This concept involves an appreciation of the characteristic features of the past and an understanding that life is different for different sections of society.
  • Understand chronology
    This concept involves an understanding of how to chart the passing of time and how some aspects of history studied were happening at similar times in different places.
  • Communicate historically
    This concept involves using historical vocabulary and techniques to convey information about the past.