During the mid-19th century, Robert Davies developed a series of ‘virtual’ walks through York, published in 1880. We join him on his imaginary rambles, finding out what has – and hasn’t – changed since he wrote, how and why, using photographs, writings and maps to discover more about the past and present city. A walk around York may be offered as an additional option if students wish.
Course aim
To explore how and why parts of York have changed in the last 150 years by using the work of Robert Davies as a basis for comparison with today's city.
Do I need any particular skills or experience?
- No skills or experience needed
By the end of the course I should be able to:
- Identify three places that have changed in York in the last 150 years and explain how.
- Describe three architectural signs of changes in building use
- Use maps to identify past and present locations in York, including lost buildings and features
- Demonstrate an understanding of social change in York over 150 years
How will I be taught?
- The WEA tutor will use a range of different teaching and learning methods and encourage you and the group to be actively involved in your learning
What kind of feedback can I expect?
- A range of informal activities will be used by the tutor to see what you are learning which may include quizzes, question and answer, small projects and discussion
What else do I need to know?
- Nothing else is needed
Pre-course work, reading and information sources
- No pre reading or pre course work is required
What can I do next?
- Progress to another WEA course
- Progress to a course with another provider
- Become involved with the WEA in a range of voluntary work and other activities including campaigning as a WEA member
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In the Footsteps of Robert Davies: 150 Years through the History of York
