Alternative History as a Route to History

Diplomacy, policy, and governance today requires understanding the intricacies of national origins.

What would a nation look like if the relative influence of its founders — or the actions of pivotal leaders along the way — varied from the course of events we recognize as history? High school students tackle a PBL addressing this theme applied to Modern Israel.

One Teacher’s PBL Approach in a Modern Israel Course

History is a tricky subject to teach. Looking backward is taught with the...