Getting Started with DocsTeach: Finding and Sharing Primary Source Documents
Synopsis
The National Archives holds over 16 billion records, including primary sources available for educators through DocsTeach.org.
Synopsis
On the homepage of DocsTeach.org, educators learn to find and save primary source documents from the National Archives. The session, recorded on April 22, 2020, guides participants through a keyword search, demonstrating how to access over 700 documents related to World War One. Users can create free accounts to organize and share these resources with students. The National Archives offers a wealth of materials, including photographs, audio recordings, and video recordings, to enhance history and civics education.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Find out how to access 16 billion government records.
- See how to create a free DocsTeach account.
- Learn to share primary sources with your students easily.
Did You Know
- The National Archives has over 16 billion records.
- DocsTeach allows users to save and organize primary sources into folders.
- There are over 700 documents related to World War One available on DocsTeach.
- Most documents found on DocsTeach are in the public domain.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many records does the National Archives have?
The National Archives has over 16 billion records.
What types of documents can be found in the National Archives?
You can find paper documents, photographs, audio recordings, video recordings, posters, and more.
What is DocsTeach.org used for?
DocsTeach.org is used to find and save primary source documents for classroom use.
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