I really enjoyed working with the artifact bags during class as it gave us an opportunity to first, learn about different cultures (and Dr. Smirnova's life), and secondly an opportunity to share our own artifact bags. I do agree with the article that, "Using artifacts, from primary documents to or items that can be held in one's hand is a motivational strategy that can tie readers to a variety of genres and bring a period of history to life in the process." I agree with this because doing hands-on projects gives the students an opportunity to be involved with the lesson, which he or she will carry with them and remember more so than just being given a lecture about the lesson. Using artifact bags in the classroom is not a difficult process. Once the teacher decides upon the period of history to be studied, the first phone call could be to the library or a local art or historical museum. Holding a real historical artifact is an irresistible invitation to learning that will not easily be forgotten. When doing an artifact bag, it teaches the students a lesson on history while actively engaging learning and collaboration in small groups and it takes learning one step further, helping learners to better understand other people and other places from the inside out. When I become a teacher, I will definitely use this in my classroom as I saw how much my class and I enjoyed it, it will be even more exciting for younger students to work with.
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