Among the methods which may be used are
- Using a data projector the teacher might introduce the class to the study of transport in the local area. Full class discussion of the photographic evidence would be facilitated.
- Using a computer room, groups of children might be given a section of the topic to explore and discuss. Each group would return to the full class and report what they had learned.
- Each group might gather more primary sources and oral evidence by talking to older local people.
- Each group might present their own section, including any extra primary sources they came across in a PowerPoint presentation to parents in a local history evening.
Integration with other subjects can be achieved in a number of areas.
- Geography: map work, rivers and dams
- Mathematics: traffic survey
- Language: discussion, presentation of ideas orally and in written form
- Visual Arts: drawing local bridges