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Rich Kerridge @historyrichk.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Empire & Migration event at London Museum Docklands. @justice2history.bsky.social @oblaize.bsky.social and Pam Canning talking about the recent 'A portrait of the teaching of Empire, Migration and Belonging in English secondary schools' report and their teaching. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cambridge-...

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Cambridge OCR A Level and GCSE History Teacher Network - London Musuem

Cambridge OCR A level and GCSE History Teacher Network. Bringing together teachers with an interest in Empire and Migration.

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Dr Alex Fairlamb (Lamb_Heart_Tea) @lambhearttea.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

Brilliant day at #Soane26. A wealth of excellent sessions (I was fortunate to see @joshvallance.bsky.social &Otis Blaize deliver brilliant talks) and a buzzing community discussing ideas. Great to present alongside @mrsball.bsky.social on scaffolding history using models and explanations

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Tayyiba Nasir @tayyibanasir.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

An excellent session by @oblaize.bsky.social on why a diverse and decolonial curriculum matters and the value of connecting local to global histories. Loved the comment about teaching diverse stories not only in diverse settings but across the country because "it’s just good history!". #SHPDTC26

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Dan Lyndon-Cohen @danlyndon.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

@oblaize.bsky.social sets out some of the fundamental approaches to widening the lens in the History classroom and finding ways to overcome some of the structural barriers that inhibit a truly equitable curriculum

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Alex Ford @apf102.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

Session B at @1972shp.bsky.social Developing Teachers’ Conference is just starting. Otis Blaize unpacking how we approach diversifying and decolonising the curriculum. Great to see the @uclpress.bsky.social Teaching Slavery book being referenced here #SHPDTC26

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Alex Ford @apf102.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

Great to see a shout out to the Curriculum PATHS Principles for History Teaching. If you want to find out more do check out our website curriculumpaths.schoolshistoryproject.co.uk

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Dan Lyndon-Cohen @danlyndon.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

#3 Award winning history teacher @oblaize.bsky.social's workshop will be invaluable for teachers wanting to understand how to effectively and sustainably diversify and decolonise the history curriculum.

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Mike Hill @michaeldoron.bsky.social · 24/10/2025

🚨 History teachers, we’re back! 🚨 Join us on 7 Feb 2026 for a day of workshops and a nice curry – all for £25. Ten years after the ‘knowledge turn’, we’re exploring what knowledge-rich history teaching looks like today. Presenters & link below 👇

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Dan Lyndon-Cohen @danlyndon.bsky.social · 24/10/2025

We have curated a record-breaking NINE workshops for secondary teachers, covering a huge range of topics. You won't be surprised that we have an awesome roster of presenters including @fredoxby.bsky.social @petejackson.bsky.social @missrcarter89.bsky.social @oblaize.bsky.social

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Dan Lyndon-Cohen @danlyndon.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

Looking further forward we host our Developing Teachers' Conference on January 31 2026: We will have 9 secondary workshops and 3 primary workshops featuring legends like @mr-s-tiffany.bsky.social @oblaize.bsky.social @missrcarter89.bsky.social & @msquinnhistory.bsky.social. Tickets on sale v soon!

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JusticetoHistory @justice2history.bsky.social · 15/07/2025

Big thanks to the @1972shp.bsky.social family for a brilliant #SHP25 conference. Really enjoyed working with @oblaize.bsky.social and everyone who joined our session on Nigeria 1950-1980, Fela Kuti et al. We 'waka, waka, waka' till #SHP26!

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Dan Lyndon-Cohen @danlyndon.bsky.social · 11/07/2025

Robin Whitburn Abdul Mohamud and @oblaize.bsky.social discussing the start of the Biafran war in their investigation into post-colonial Nigeria #SHP25

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Dan Lyndon-Cohen @danlyndon.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

Listen to @oblaize.bsky.social he knows what he's talking about! Come and join Otis and Justice2History for their workshop on Decolonisation and the British Empire. Tickets available here SHP Summer Conference 2025 | Leeds Trinity University Online Store share.google/6BoMprddy3g1...

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SHP Summer Conference 2025 | Leeds Trinity University Online Store

SHP Summer Conference 2025 11-13 July 2025 at Leeds Trinity University Horsforth Campus Standard Prices: Tier 2 Friday-Sunday Full board & Accommodatio

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Otis Blaize @oblaize.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

Really looking forward to #SHP25 this year. The line up looks great!

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History Workshop @historyworkshop.org.uk · 22/06/2025

Today is Windrush Day, commemorating the contribution of Caribbean migrants to Britain's post-ward economy, culture and society. From the archive, Kennetta Hammond Perry @kennettaperry.bsky.social on critiquing and re-assessing the Windrush Narrative: www.historyworkshop....

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Undoing the Work of the Windrush Narrative

In light of the recent "Windrush scandal", Kennetta Hammond Perry asks what aspects of British history are extolled, and which facets remain illegible in popular renditions of the Windrush narrative - and offers up alternative "usable…

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William Dalrymple @willdalrymple.bsky.social · 22/06/2025

If you want to understand the background to the conflict in Iran, check out our @empirepoduk.bsky.social series on the history of Iran & the Iranian Revolution. From the rise of Cyrus... podcasts.apple.com/az/podcast/9... ... to the Fall of the Shah: podcasts.apple.com/az/podcast/1...

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Alan Lester @alanlester.bsky.social · 19/06/2025

How Britain brought about regime change in Iran in 1953: by overthrowing a democratically elected government in favour of an autocracy after it threatened to nationalise Anglo-Iranian Oil (later BP) & use the revenue to benefit Iranians. www.theguardian.com/world/2020/a...

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British spy's account sheds light on role in 1953 Iranian coup

Interview given by MI6 officer in 1980s was discovered in research for new documentary

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Otis Blaize @oblaize.bsky.social · 19/06/2025

Just finished The Hundred Years’ War on Palestine by Rashid Khalidi. Essential reading for understanding the history of the Palestinian struggle.

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Otis Blaize @oblaize.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

On Malcolm X’s 100th birthday, here’s some books I’ve read recently that have shaped my understanding of his life and legacy.

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Otis Blaize @oblaize.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

Really interesting read. The need for a reset on historical enquiries.

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Otis Blaize @oblaize.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

Recently finished listening to Zeinab Badawi’s book on Audible - a great overview for anyone interested in African history.

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Alex Ford @apf102.bsky.social · 12/05/2025

So excited about @1972shp.bsky.social #SHP25. So many brilliant workshops over 3 fantastic days of #historyteacher goodness. Join us for great history and great company PLUS included lunch, coffee and dinner!! www.schoolshistoryproject.co.uk/summerconf/ SLT friendly flyer attached too!!

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Otis Blaize @oblaize.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

Looking forward to getting a copy of this! Important work on the impact of transatlantic slavery and Liverpool’s role in it.

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Colin McCormick @colinmccormick.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

MASSIVE thanks from me and Katie to all the brilliant teachers who wrote... @cpalmerhistory.bsky.social Eoin Gallagher, Sorcha O'Callaghan, Dan Procter, Sherlon Atkins, @johnhough.bsky.social, Rebecca Chadwick. Out early May @katieamery.bsky.social pls rt

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Colin McCormick @colinmccormick.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

open.spotify.com/episode/15Pm... If anyone is interested in listening to two history teachers talk about Liverpool, slavery and our forthcoming book tune in.

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146: History - Liverpool and Transatlantic Slavery with Colin McCormick

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George Harris @historylecturer.bsky.social · 01/03/2025

A pleasure. I attach a blog post. You don't have to read it; but sometimes, as a history teacher, I thought I had the best job in Scotland. georgehharris.blogspot.com/2016/09/teac...

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Teaching History at a Secondary School

Teaching History “ The best way to teach is to be chaotic and confusing ” Professor Richard Feynman In April 2016 I was invite...

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Otis Blaize @oblaize.bsky.social · 01/03/2025

Graduation day. MSc in Learning and Teaching from the University of Oxford. 🎓

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JusticetoHistory @justice2history.bsky.social · 17/02/2025

Bring a new story to your work on US Civil Rights history: an enquiry with a different focus but still with the core knowledge. Available to download from our website. 3 TikToks coming too that tell Robert F Williams' top stories.

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Dan Lyndon-Cohen @danlyndon.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

It's coming!

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JusticetoHistory @justice2history.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

Last chance to book up for this exclusive opportunity to access resources in @britishlibrary.bsky.social collections on histories of 19th C. S.Asian migration to Britain. Great for GCSE courses. Great speakers as well, including Yasmin Khan. www.history.org.uk/secondary/ca...

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Webinar: South Asian migration to Britain in the 19th century

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Otis Blaize @oblaize.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

Had the pleasure of speaking at Ark Soane on Saturday about Black British activism in Brixton. Thanks to @michaeldoron.bsky.social and the team for organising! #Soane25

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Dan Lyndon-Cohen @danlyndon.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

It’s the final countdown, the last chance saloon, the end of the line! Tonight at midnight we will be closing the box office for our Developing Teachers’ Conference. You’ve seen the schedule, you know the line-up, you’ve made the note to buy a ticket, now it’s time to do it! ...

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Mike Hill @michaeldoron.bsky.social · 13/01/2025

Why did Brixton become a hub for Caribbean migrants after World War II, and how did activism grow within the community? @oblaize.bsky.social will reflect on teaching about the "capital of Black Britain."

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Otis Blaize @oblaize.bsky.social · 01/01/2025

Just watched Blitz by Steve McQueen. An incredible film, highlighting the Black presence before and during the Second World War and the experiences of working class people in East London. Highly recommend!

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Mike Hill @michaeldoron.bsky.social · 18/12/2024

🚨 SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨 I'm very excited to announce the keynote speakers for our #Soane25 history teacher conference on Saturday, 8 February 2025. 👇 Read more below 👇 🎟️ Get tickets here: www.eventbrite.com/e/ark-soane-... (1/3)

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JusticetoHistory @justice2history.bsky.social · 14/12/2024

Hugely inspiring @1972shp.bsky.social session with Stafford Scott on Broadwater Farm in the 1980s. Exploring the War Inna Babylon archives @arthurjchapman.bsky.social @historyrichk.bsky.social @oblaize.bsky.social

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Otis Blaize @oblaize.bsky.social · 14/12/2024

An incredible morning looking at the archives of Stafford Scott. Community activism before, during and after the Broadwater Farm uprising in 1985.

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Fred Oxby @fredoxby.bsky.social · 13/12/2024

@oblaize.bsky.social showed this photo at the @1972shp.bsky.social conference 2024 as a way to disrupt the traditional narratives around Rosa Parks. So good to share and discuss it with y11 in our lesson on Black Power today. A picture can change everything and this one certainly did.

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