David Christian at Davos
David Christian was recently interviewed at Davos, the annual meeting of the World Economic Forum, where he introduced the Big History curriculum and its benefits for a global civilization.
Watch the full interview below:
David Christian was recently interviewed at Davos, the annual meeting of the World Economic Forum, where he introduced the Big History curriculum and its benefits for a global civilization.
Watch the full interview below:
There is a six-piece electro-pop band from New Orleans that goes by the name “Big History.” While previously unaware of the academic discipline that shares their name, the band’s music certainly reflects a Big History perspective. On one hand, the Big History curriculum weaves together many disciplines into a compelling narrative of the history of…
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