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Big History Project
The Big History Project (BHP) is a joint effort between teachers, scholars, scientists, and their supporters. It is a multi-disciplinary approach to knowledge for learners around the world. In addition to developing a full curriculum for high school students, this course is designed for curious members of the public who are seeking answers to big questions about the history of our Universe and the origin of our species.
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What homeschoolers say about Big History Project
Homeschoolers appreciate Big History Project for its unique, interdisciplinary approach that connects history, science, and humanities in a narrative format. Many find it engaging and suitable for middle and high school students, with multimedia resources that help visual learners. However, some note that it can require significant parental involvement to guide discussions and supplement materials, and a few feel the pacing may be too fast or the content too dense for younger learners. Overall, it is valued for its innovative perspective but may not suit all homeschool styles or ages.
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Resources from Big History Project
The Modern Revolution and The Future
After the rise of agriculture, powerful civilizations such as the Persians, Romans, and Mongols exploited and developed long-distance trade routes to expand their regional influence. New transportation and navigational technologies would later connec...
Life
What makes life on Earth so special? How do you explain its diversity? And what exactly is it? How life emerged remains a mystery, but we know that it possesses four qualities: It can metabolize, self-regulate, reproduce, and adapt. We also know that...
The Universe
Where did everything come from? Where are we heading? Big History tells the story of the Universe starting from the Big Bang, the formation of stars, planets, life on Earth, modern civilization — and what might exist in the future....
Humans
About 200,000 years ago, we evolved to become the most important force for change on the planet. Our knack for collective learning — preserving information, sharing it with one another, and passing it to the next generation — helps us cre...
Our Solar System and Earth
Ever since the Big Bang, the Universe has been drifting and expanding. The birth and death of stars leave an aftermath of galaxies, planets, and even living organisms. Watch the Earth transform from a violent, molten rock to a supporter of life. Dis...
Big History Project
By sharing the big picture and challenging middle and high school students to look at the world from many different perspectives, we hope to inspire a greater love of learning and help them better understand how we got here, where we're going,...