 The significance of the
transatlantic slave trade The forced exodus of 10-12 million African people over the 300-year period of the transatlantic slave trade is one of the ugliest and least understood periods in global history The USI resources provide teachers and educators with museum collections to support effective teaching about the slave trade as it relates to West Africa, Britain and the Caribbean   Introductory Power-point presentation, key historical facts and individuals, guidance on use of artefacts and FAQs about using this website   Information on the sensitive content and context of this history; notes on use of terminology; a glossary and information from the Understanding Slavery research work and evaluation documents   Suggested ways to teach the subject using different learning styles   Notes on how to use the My teaching folder, National Curriculum links, ideas for schemes of work, and references and links to other print and digital resources |
