Importance of History to major views of philosophies in history Flashcards
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What are the importance of studying history?
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- Relevance to life
- Relevance to careers
- Communication skills
- Research skills
- Analytical skills
- ICT skills
2
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Why study History?
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despite its wrenching pain, cannot be unlived, but if faced with courage, need not be lived again (Maya angelou)
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Choosing history allows us to acquire a combination of skills and insights, like:
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- broaden your understanding of the world
- develop you as a person
- prepare you for a future career
- enable you to participate fully in society.
4
Q
Father of History
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Herodotus (484 BC - 425 BC)
5
Q
Herodotus has been labeled as _______
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the father of lies
6
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The major Views of philosophies in history?
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- Classical view (Plato)
- Leftist view (GomBurZa)
- Relativist view
- Providential view (God)
- Progressive view (John Dewey)
