Understanding And Teaching U.S. Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, And Transgender History

Leila J. Rupp; Susan K. Freeman

Though largely neglected in classrooms, LGBT history can provide both a fuller understanding of U.S. history and contextualization for the modern world. This is the first book designed for university and high school teachers who want to integrate queer history into the standard curriculum. With its inspiring stories, classroom-tested advice, and rich information, it is a valuable resource for anyone who thinks history should be an all-inclusive story.

Understanding and Teaching U.S. Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender History offers a wealth of insight for teachers. Introductory essays by Leila J. Rupp and Susan K. Freeman make clear why queer history is important and provide global historical context, showing that same-sex sexual desire and gender change are not new, modern phenomena. Teachers in diverse educational settings provide narratives of their experiences teaching queer history. A topical section offers seventeen essays on such themes as sexual diversity in early America, industrial capitalism and emergent sexual cultures, and gay men and lesbians in World War II. Contributors include detailed suggestions for integrating these topics into a standard U.S. history curriculum, including creative and effective assignments. A final section addresses sources and interpretive strategies well-suited to the history classroom.

Taken as a whole, Understanding and Teaching U.S. Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender History will help teachers at all levels navigate through cultural touchstones and political debates and provide a fuller knowledge of significant events in history.

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ISBN	9780299302443
Genre	Education; History; Anthology – Nonfiction; Award Winner
Publication Date	13-Dec-14
Publisher	University of Wisconsin Press
Editor	Leila J. Rupp; Susan K. Freeman
Format	Trade Paperback
No. of Pages	312
Notes	Lambda Literary Award Winner, Anthology
Language	English
Rating	Great
Editor	Leila J. Rupp; Susan K. Freeman
Subject	Gay And Lesbian Studies – Study And Teaching – United States; Sexual Minorities – History – United States
BookID	13851

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