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Texas Has a New Way to Teach History: In Chronological Order
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- Texas is changing its history curriculum to teach students in chronological order, starting with ancient history in third grade and progressing to the 20th century and World War II by seventh grade.
- The new approach integrates Texas, U.S., and world history through the lens of each time period, rather than teaching them as separate subjects.
- The Texas State Board of Education approved the changes, which will affect millions of students and distinguish Texas from other states' history education models.
- The overhaul, supported by conservative groups and a Republican majority on the board, aims to improve poor history test scores and foster greater appreciation for state and national history.
- Alongside the history changes, a new statewide English book list emphasizing classic literature and Bible excerpts was also approved.
