High School History Recap
The High School History Recap podcast was started by two passionate teachers from South Africa who realised the value of taking history teaching and learning beyond the confines of the textbook and classroom. Their recipe includes constructive conversations with learners and experts alike. William and Colin investigate topics covered in most history classrooms but also ask questions about how best to teach and learn these topics. They cover the "what to teach", "how to teach", "how we learn", and "thinking tools" of history teaching and learning. Find them on any podcast player platform like Apple or Spotify. Let's share the love for history. Find us on Twitter @WilliamHPalk or @C_duPlessis. Our email address is highschoolhistoryrecap@gmail.com.
High School History Recap
#16 Krotoa with Prof Shanade Barnabas
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William H Palk and Prof Shanade Barnabas
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Season 3
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Episode 16
In this episode, William discusses the life and legacy of the enigmatic Khoi woman, Krotoa, with Professor Shanade Barnabas of the University of Johannesburg (UJ). The discussion is based on the award-winning 2017 film made to commemorate her life.
Some of the questions include:
- What is the main storyline of Krotoa and why has it won so many awards?
- What are the available historical sources on Krotoa?
- Does the movie do the "real" story of Krotoa justice?
- How is Krotoa represented in the movie?
- What were some of the psychological effects of colonization?
- What are the political dimensions of the story of Krotoa?
- How do different groups justify their claims to Krotoa's legacy?
- What are the important themes in the movie?
- Should South Africans build a monument (metaphorically speaking) around the legacy of Krotoa?
- Should Krotoa be regarded as the mother of a nation?
- Why are women portrayed differently in how historical figures are commemorated?
- Has Krotoa been given her rightful place in history?
- What were some of the effects of Dutch colonization on the Khoikhoi people?
- What would be the best way to immortalize Krotoa?
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