Workshops

All our workshops and visits are linked to the Curriculum for Excellence and include activities that are designed to improve literacy and numeracy. The programme adopts the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) framework and Global Citizenship Education goals are woven throughout our workshops.

These sessions can be adapted for different age groups to those listed and can also be delivered as virtual visits.

Global Blantyre (Virtual Workshop)

In this workshop, a member of the David Livingstone Birthplace learning team will introduce your class to David's life, work and legacy - from a child worker in Blantyre Cotton Works mill, through his travels across Central & Southern Africa, to international fame.

Industrial Revolution, the BIG Questions

Know more about the Industrial Revolution and how innovations in technology changed Scotland and the wider world.

Agents of Empire? Christianity, Commerce and Critical Thinking

In this session for Third Level students, we explore and discuss the role of missionaries and explorers in Western expansionism and the colonial project.

David Livingstone & Global Scotland

In this session, a member of the David Livingstone Birthplace learning team will introduce your class to Livingstone’s life, work, and legacy.

COP26 Legacy and Climate Activism

This digital session will begin with a discussion around the COP26: outcomes, successes and failures.

African Object Handling

This session will bring the museum to your classroom digitally!

Introduction to Cultural Careers

This digital session aims to inspire your pupils to consider the cultural sector as a viable, attainable and attractive option for the future.

Booking

These sessions can be adapted for different age groups to those listed and can also be delivered as virtual visits. To book your workshop please complete our online Booking Request Form.

Booking Request Form

Any questions regarding this workshop please e-mail learning@dltrust.uk.