Historical Thinking and Sports History: A Case Study Using the Brooklyn Dodgers |
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| Authors: | Donald R. McClure Michael P. Marino |
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| Affiliation: | 1. Department of Curriculum and Instruction, St. John’s University, Queens, New York, USA;2. mcclured@stjohns.edu;4. Department of History, The College of New Jersey, Ewing, New Jersey, USA |
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| Abstract: | AbstractThis article discusses how the history of sports can serve as way to understand abstract concepts associated with local history and social studies education. An introductory discussion outlines how sports can engage and interest students, focusing especially on ideas related to history thinking (such as change and continuity). A case study using the Brooklyn Dodgers’ move to Los Angeles is used to illustrate these ideas, focusing on themes associated with suburbanization and urban renewal. A lesson plan is also provided. |
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| Keywords: | Historical thinking local history sports history suburbanization |
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