Introducing our new short course: The World of the Normans! This course offers a fresh perspective on one of the most influential periods in European history. Bringing together leading UK-based scholars to explore the wider Norman world. historical-association.cademy.io/ha-short-cou...
Historical Association
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The Historical Association is the voice for history. For over 100 yrs we have brought, teachers, students, academics and enthusiasts together to explore the past and inspire future historians. We provide digital and in-person resources. www.history.org.uk
Great discussion at the 'crisis in UK history' meeting hosted by @ihr.bsky.social, @royalhistsoc.org, @histassoc.bsky.social and History UK. Horror stories of closures and redundancies, balanced by new resources. Check out for ex. the new Independent Historians Network independenthistorians.org
Independent Historians Network
The place for independent and freelance historians to connect
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A big congratulations to all the students in Scotland receiving their exam results today!
Had a lovely time chatting to @scattyscribbler.bsky.social this morning for the @histassoc.bsky.social I learned all about her new book which imagines the adventures of Shakespeare’s younger brother!
Introducing our new short course: The World of the Normans! This course offers a fresh perspective on one of the most influential periods in European history. Bringing together leading UK-based scholars to explore the wider Norman world. historical-association.cademy.io/ha-short-cou...
Save the Date for HA Conference 2027 at Stratford upon Avon! Explore a diverse programme covering local and global histories, alongside social, political and economic themes. Discover new perspectives on the role of the historian and engage with our dynamic subject in this historic location.
Are you involved in organising residential trips for UK secondary schools? For my MSc dissertation at Bournemouth University, I am seeking teachers, EVCs and educational travel operators to discuss how accommodation choices are made. 🧵 1/3
Students engage more when success feels attainable. This autumn we're launching a new Adaptive Teaching and Scaffolding in History CPD webinar series. Across pre-recorded sessions, teachers will learn to anticipate barriers and use subject-specific scaffolds to support students. shorturl.at/LENpE
Please share! A rare PhD studentship @kingshistory.bsky.social *fully* funded by @slaveryinwar.bsky.social to work with myself and Maeve Ryan, supported by a broader community of experts in Caribbean history, transatlantic slavery, and the history of war. www.kcl.ac.uk/study/fundin... 🗃️
AHRC Studentship: Slavery and the Seven Years’ War within and across the Caribbean Archipelago | King's College London
The Leverhulme Centre for Research on Slavery in War (CRSW) is pleased to announce the availability of a fully funded AHRC doctoral studentship, to be jointly supervised across History and War Studies
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Join our free webinar series starting next week for children aged 7+ and their families. Ask authors questions! Learn how historical fiction books are written! Be inspired to write yourself! www.history.org.uk/primary/news...
ECT complete ✅, Excited for my new challenge as Head of History next year! Shout out to the @histassoc.bsky.social SLDP for some great tips and tricks, and to my colleagues and friends for the support ☺️
I have many blog-posts. Here are some. A career georgehharris.blogspot.com/2016/09/teac... Wall displays georgehharris.blogspot.com/2015/05/wall... Marking georgehharris.blogspot.com/2013/10/a-fe... Methods georgehharris.blogspot.com/2013/11/in-d... Essays georgehharris.blogspot.com/2014/02/basi...
Basic history essay-writing advice
Every exam board publishes its mark schemes on-line. The candidate who wants to do well should study those mark schemes, because differ...
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A good professional community doesn't just support where you are now – it supports where you're going next. How has being part of a subject association, network or community helped your career as a history teacher? #HistoryTeacher
Settling down to read the new @histassoc.bsky.social mag. My 3 year old is very confused "why are you reading about history teaching. You already know how to do that." Attempted to explain CPD theories but he wandered off to play cars. #historyteacher
Really enjoyed @beetroot.bsky.social's talk on how conspiracy theories have shaped American society. A great part of @histassoc.bsky.social 's course on American Culture. Put me in mind of @jonnelledge.bsky.social's great book on the subject (which you should all read!)
Thrilled to have been awarded Charted History Teacher by @histassoc.bsky.social fantastic end to the term #historyteacher
Are you doing interesting work in history education at primary or secondary school? Have you thought about sharing your ideas with other teachers and subject leaders? The call for papers is open for our 2027 conference in Stratford-upon-Avon. We want to hear from you! shorturl.at/E7LbO
In May, NST proudly sponsored the Historical Association Conference 2026. Established in 1967, they’re trusted by schools nationwide for expertly planned history trips that bring the curriculum to life. Explore their KS3–KS5 trips: bit.ly/4lPbvJd #HAConf26 #NST #SchoolTravel
Happy holidays all! The @histassoc.bsky.social autumn CPD calendar is here for you so take a break, safe in the knowledge that you’ve got support to develop in meaningful ways this autumn #historyteacher www.history.org.uk/secondary/ca...
The new posters for the 2027 Great Debate have arrived! The Great Debate is the HA's public speaking competition open to school years 10-13. It is an ideal opportunity for students to develop their oratory and debating skills. The competition is sponsored by Rayburn Tours. tinyurl.com/37k5sb4e
School is out and the endless days of the summer holidays lie ahead! If you and your children are looking for something to do, we are hosting four free morning online sessions for you to join with an opportunity to listen to a children’s author. To sign up visit: www.history.org.uk/primary/news...
School is out and the endless days of the summer holidays lie ahead! If you and your children are looking for something to do, we are hosting four free morning online sessions for you to join with an opportunity to listen to a children’s author. To sign up visit: www.history.org.uk/primary/news...
Really enjoyed @jmcoghlan.bsky.social's talk on American literature spreading abroad and how it became popular in the UK, as part of @histassoc.bsky.social's short course on American Culture. Fascinating to learn that Washington Irving had a Birmingham period and Walt Whitman had fans in Bolton!
Join us this evening to hear Dr Nicholas Morton of @nottinghamtrentuni.bsky.social talking on Crusader Castles - registration is free: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: HA Virtual Branch | Nicholas Morton | Crusader Castles. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
During the twelfth and thirteenth centuries the crusaders constructed tens of castles across the Middle East, some merely small watchtowers, others massive strongholds or fortress cities. This talk e...
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As you prepare for 2026/27 #history #ITT cohort, include 30th September in your new students' calendar so they don't miss this event hosted by our @htenuk.bsky.social co-chairs in collaboration with @histassoc.bsky.social www.history.org.uk/events/calen... #historyteacher #TeacherEducation
HA Webinar: Survive and thrive in your initial teacher education
Calling all those beginning their initial teacher education! In this session you’ll hear from and be able to ask questions to both teacher educators and those who have just completed their initial tea...
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A career highlight! I’ve written an article in Teaching History @histassoc.bsky.social on disability in history and also an update focusing on including and accessibility for all in history. To support the latter, there is a new CPD series in autumn: www.history.org.uk/secondary/mo...
Get prepared for the academic year ahead with HA CPD. Autumn calendar out now! www.history.org.uk/secondary/ca...
On a train to Leeds - we are off to @1972shp.bsky.social see you there. www.history.org.uk/publications...
Teaching History 203: Connecting Pieces
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Really pleased @lauralondo1017.bsky.social and I get to host this webinar for new #ITT #historyteacher s for @histassoc.bsky.social again. It's always a highlight at the start of the academic year. #Mentors please make a note so you can invite your new #ITT #mentees to join us.
As you prepare for 2026/27 #history #ITT cohort, include 30th September in your new students' calendar so they don't miss this event hosted by our @htenuk.bsky.social co-chairs in collaboration with @histassoc.bsky.social www.history.org.uk/events/calen... #historyteacher #TeacherEducation
Leading history doesn't have to be isolating. Subject networks bring history leaders together to share ideas, shape curriculum and tackle common challenges. Through HA networks, you're part of a wider professional conversation. How are you building collaboration into your leadership?