Why Do We Learn History?

 
 

 

 

 

  • History helps us understand people and societies with both macro and micro views
  • History helps us understand causes and effects of events and patterns of change

  • History helps keep awareness of identity

  • History makes us think critically, logically, and rationally

  • History provides vivid instructive examples

  • History contributes to moral reasoning and understanding

  • History improves the ability to make wise judgment

  • History is essential for good citizenship