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On Friday 23rd May, the History Department at the Faculty of Education and Humanities (FEH) held an interactive Mini History Exhibition at the FEH New Complex Building bringing Solomon Islands history to life through student-led displays. This was an end of semester assessment for third year Bachelor of Teaching students in History.
The purpose of the exhibition was to provide teacher trainee students with the chance to experience and become aware of historical artifacts, narratives and interpretations of Solomon Islands history. This hands-on assessment supported the teacher trainees understanding and the ability to incorporate historical exhibits into their future teaching practice.
Students were able to present range of creative and informative displays exploring themes on pre-colonial history, European contact and Exploration, Battle of Guadalcanal (WWII), the path to Independence and Nation Building. A consistent number of staff and students visited the exhibition to view the displays and participate in the conversations, indicating a keen interest in the historical displays that the students had prepared.
A feedback from History students were that this mini-exhibition assessment helped them to understand better the importance of presenting narratives that were based on authentic and trustworthy sources. Students had to critically analyze the sources they used, ensuring that the right information was passed on, knowing that their work could reach other parts of the nation and even the Pacific Region.
In doing this, the students increased their knowledge on their choice topics, and it gave them the opportunity to plan and organize their own research well. Although it took up a lot of their time, it was worth it and they were proud of the work they achieved.
The event not only highlighted the dedication and creativity of History students in the Faculty but also strengthened the importance of experiential (firstโhand) learning in teacher education.
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