Recognized as a Historical Inquiry OER
From the nominator:
The LETHE project is unique in its approach to uncovering hidden stories across Europe through an object-based historical inquiry approach. The resources are all accessible through a Virtual Learning Environment which provides students and teachers with open resources and pedagogical strategies to investigate and uncover hidden stories in their own communities which enables children to become active historians.
This project is built upon the expertise of 36 specialists across Europe who were carefully curated for their knowledge in history education, historical enquiry, geography education, history didactics, archaeology, global citizen education and education for sustainable development to provide expert advice on each of the cases of this project. Bringing together such a wide ranging group of experts is unique in itself and has led to the creation of high quality materials that are reflective of this interdisciplinarity.
LETHE also introduces a bottom-up approach to history lessons by highlighting how traditionally invisible collectivities have forged the current European multicultural identity by means of the introduction of an active and evidence-based approach in digital environments. It is the first time that a project has crystallised into a Virtual Learning Environment that deals with a variety of sensitive topics related to often silenced histories such as minorities, gender, childhood, migration, disability, and nature aiming for an inclusive approach in contrast to the exclusionary discourses found in textbooks across Europe.
I love the whole ethos of the project, this idea of uncovering hidden stories, their “what do we know about the histories of women, of children, of migrants of marginalised communities?” question as a starting point to a collaborative effort. I could see myself using these resources and this approach, which is the highest commendation I can give.
Award Reviewer
This is a very impressive project. It is exemplary as a model of open collaboration and open pedagogy. This project’s approach to collaboration should be praised, as it spans multiple nations and languages. The attention to detail is stellar throughout, with consistent branding and visual appearance across the website, materials, and video content. All of the materials are very well produced. I love the approach of having students participate in the generation of new historical artifacts. I see this as an outstanding submission.
Award Reviewer
Learn More
- LETHE (project site)
- (e-)Learning the invisible history of Europe through material culture (Erasmus+ report)
