RETEACH HISTORY S03E04 - Mel Jones and Dan Lyndon-Cohen on Making History Matter

In this episode of Reteach History, our host Carmel speaks with two of the history‑teaching community’s most influential figures: Mel Jones (Education Manager, Historical Association) and Dan Lyndon-Cohen (Director, Schools History Project). We trace the origins and missions of the HA and SHP, unpack why relevance is central to classroom history, and share practical ways teachers and students can get involved with subject this wonderful associations, CPD and conferences.HighlightsWhy the Historical Association was founded in 1906 and how it supports teachers today.The Schools History Project’s founding questions from the 1970s: making history meaningful and promoting student participation.Practical routes for teachers to contribute: journals, Teach Fellowships, crowdsourced resources, competitions and conference bursaries.How local history, curriculum projects and university partnerships help keep teaching up to date.Behind‑the‑scenes on HA and SHP conferences, regional hubs and opportunities for early‑career teachers.Resources & linksHistorical Association: CPD, Teaching History journal, Teach Fellowships and competitions.Schools History Project: curriculum paths, summer conference and OCRB partnership.Recommended listening: Rachel Ball and Alex Fairlamb On What is History Teaching NowWho this episode is forHistory teachers at every career stage, department leaders, ITT trainees and anyone interested in strengthening history education in schools.📚 For full access to tools, ideas and support: Visit reteach.org.uk🔔 Follow us on X, BlueSky, Facebook or Instagram