Opportunities for Teachers
Updated June 18, 2013
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Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History
Pathways to Freedom in the Americas
Through Spring 2013
An exhibition entitled "Pathways to Freedom in the Americas: Shared Experiences between Michigan, U.S.A and Guerrero, Mexico" will be on display before traveling throughout the state. "Pathways to Freedom" presents a seldom publicized depiction of the trans-Atlantic slave trade, the unfamiliar story of fugitives from slavery in the United States taking the Underground Railroad south to Mexico, and the contributions made by the states of Michigan and Guerrero, Mexico, toward the abolition of slavery and the extension of freedom to all people. For more information: www.thewright.org (313) 494-5800
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Fulbright Classroom Teacher Exchange Program
Primary and secondary teachers to exchange positions with colleagues in other countries. Full-time U.S. teachers can take part in either a year-long or semester-long direct exchange with a counterpart in one of the following countries: Czech Republic, France, Hungary, India, Mexico, or United Kingdom.
http://exchanges.state.gov/us/program/fulbright-classroom-teacher-exchange-program
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Journey Stories
Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition
June 1 – July 26, 2013, Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary and Underwater Preserve , Alpena
August 6 - September 21, 2013, North Berrien Historical Museum, Coloma
September 30 - November 15, 2013, Historical Preservation Society/ Old Mill Museum, Dundee
November 25, 2013 - January 24, 2014, Erickson Center for the Arts, Curtis
February 3 - March 21, 2014, Charlevoix Public Library, Charlevoix
Explore individual stories illustrating the critical roles travel and movement have played in building our diverse American society. Thunder Bay will provide additional programming such as special events and lectures. www.michgianhumanities.org/programs/journeystories/
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The Importance of Women in the Civil War
Marshall District Library, 124 W Green St, Marshall
June 20, 2013, 6:30 -8:00 pm
Women served as nurses, spies, soldiers. Women disguised themselves as men in order to fight, used their feminine charms to procure information about the enemy, cared for the sick and dying. Free Registration:
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Henry Ford: His Life & Times
Waltonwood Cherry Hill, 42600 Cherry Hill Rd., Canton
June 21, 2013, 6pm
Automotive history writer and presenter Russell Doré discusses Henry Ford’s inventions, his family and some of the ways he changed the world. Free. Call 734-981-7100 for reservations or information. http://www.henryford150.com/events/
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Upper Peninsula History Conference
Michigan Technical University Memorial Union, 1503 Townsend Dr., Houghton
June 28 - 30, 2013
Registration Deadline: June 21, 2013
http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Full-Flier-PRESS-READY.pdf
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Blacksmiths, Soldiers & Log Cabin Weekend
Waterloo Farm Museum, 13493 Waterloo-Munith Road, Waterloo
Saturday June 22, 2013 10 am - pm; Sunday June 23, 2013 Noon – 5 pm
See Civil War soldiers carrying out their daily activities, and see how those they left behind coped. Blacksmiths from near and far will set up their forges to demonstrate their skills. Log Cabin Day is a statewide event that shows the way to the past. It is still the only annual statewide log cabin celebration in the USA. Come out to the farm and see one of the few log cabins open to the public http://www.waterloofarmmuseum.org/article/blacksmiths-soldiers-log-cabin-weekend
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Detroit African-American History and Culture Bus Tour
1253 Woodward Ave, Detroit
Saturday, June 22, 2013, 1:00 pm
A Juneteenth guided bus tour of some of the city's most important historical and cultural sites. Historic First Congregational Church, Charles H. Wright Museum, Motown Museum, Heidelberg Project, Orchestra Hall (Paradise Valley), the Ossian Sweet house, the Black Jesus grotto (Sacred Heart Seminary), Source Booksellers, Flo Boutique, Goodwell Natural Foods Market, and Spiro Collective. $20. http://dhiveafricanamericanhistoryculturebustour.eventbrite.com/#
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Powerful and Authentic Social Studies (PASS): Teacher Training Institute
Brandman University, Monterey, CA
July 22, 2013 – July 26, 2013
Advance Registration Deadline: June 22, 2013
The institute will provide participants with the materials and expertise necessary to lead their own PASS training workshops in their schools and school districts. Participants will learn about PASS criteria and standards for curriculum design, assessment construction, and effective instruction. In small learning communities, participants will examine videotaped K-12 vignettes of teaching and create examples of curriculum units and assessment tasks to share with their learning community. This PASS institute will be of interest at all educational levels. http://members.socialstudies.org/Scripts/4Disapi.dll/4DCGI/events/72.html?Action=Conference_Detail&ConfID_W=72
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Native, Voyageurs & Settlers Days
Sanilac County Historic Village, Port Sanilac
June 22-23, 2013, 10:00 am-4:00 pm
http://www.sanilaccountymuseum.org/calendar.html
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NoteWorld History Initiative: Teaching Globally (Era 5, 1500-1800)
U-M School of Education, 610 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor
June 24-26; 8:45 am-4 pm
A professional development workshop for high school world history and geography teachers designed to help develop curricula for their classrooms based on Michigan's content expectations. Specific cases from around the world will be used to explore ways teachers can structure instruction of Era 5 comparatively and connectively across world regions.
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www.ii.umich.edu/ii/resources/fork14educators/worldhistoryinitiativebrteachingglobally
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Sesquicentennial Civil War Seminar
“Come On, You Wolverines: Michigan at Gettysburg”
Brethren Church, 8436 West Grand Ledge Hwy (M-43), Sunfield, Michigan
June 25, 2013, 7:00 pm Start
During the early days of July 1863, Yankees and Rebels immortalized the name “Gettysburg” in one of the Civil War’s most pivotal battles. Four thousand Michigan soldiers were among the Yankees who fought in south-central Pennsylvania. Dr. Roger Rosentreter, past editor of Michigan History magazine, will be the speaker. http://suvcw.org/mi/017/2013/2013campseminar03-map.pdf Contact: Paul David Arnold at
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A Cultural Thread...The Enduring Ukrainian Spirit
Detroit Historical Museum, 5401 Woodward, Detroit
Through June 26, 2013
The exhibition displays the history of Ukrainian immigration and its impact on American culture, in particular to the communities of metropolitan Detroit. It features traditional art including regional costumes, sculptures, paintings, Ukrainian Easter eggs (pysanky), ritual cloths used during life passages, pottery, woodcarvings, and scanned historical photographs of Ukrainian settlers and famous persons of Ukrainian descent. Ukraine’s geography and history are also included. http://detroithistorical.org/detroit-historical-museum/exhibitions/special-exhibitions/community-gallery
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Strengthening Social Studies Learning and Excellence in the Common Core
University of Wisconsin, School of Continuing Education Conference Center, Milwaukee
July 31, 2013 – August 2, 2013
Advance Registration Deadline: June 26, 2013
Learn 15 powerful and practical activities to foster active engagement, excitement, and enhanced thinking in your students while building a learning community with your fellow participants and presenters. Three graduate credits will be made available for interested participants.
http://members.socialstudies.org/Scripts/4Disapi.dll/4DCGI/events/70.html?Action=Conference_Detail&ConfID_W=70
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Michigan & the Civil War - A Great and Bloody Sacrifice
Lower Level, Program Room A, Loutit District Library, 407 Columbus Ave, Grand Haven
June 27, 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Jack Dempsey, president of the Michigan Historical Commission, will tell anecdotes and vivid battlefield accounts of Michigan’s heroic role in saving the Union. Contact: Judy Cook at 301-776-4314 or Larry Halverson,
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Partnership for Global Learning Annual Conference
Brooklyn, New York
June 27-29, 2013
Success in college and the workplace now require global knowledge and skills. PGL13 shares effective approaches in elementary, secondary, and after-school programs to prepare students for these new realities. http://sites.asiasociety.org/pgl2013/
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Presidential Timeline Summer Teacher Institutes
June 27 – 30, 2013, Gerald R. Ford Library, Ann Arbor; Understanding the Vietnam War: Historical Thinking, Digital Archives, and Web-based Tools for the Social Studies Classroom http://www.edb.utexas.edu/visionawards/ptl/sti2013/?pid=mi2013
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July 11 – 14, 2013, Richard Nixon Library, Yorba Linda, CA; Energy and Environmental Policies: Historical Thinking, Digital Archives, and Web-based Tools for the Social Studies Classroom
http://www.edb.utexas.edu/visionawards/ptl/sti2013/?pid=ca2013
The institutes are free and include lunch.
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Goethe-Institut: Common Economic Challenges
Social Market Economy and the Euro
Federal Reserve Bank, Chicago
July 17-19, 2013
Registration Deadline: June 28, 2013
This international conference will bring together world class academics, economic experts and diplomatic representatives to discuss the current economic situation in Europe, its global ramifications, and possible solutions to critical issues. The goal of the conference is to provide vital background information to American teachers of French, German, Social Studies, and Economics so that they are well prepared to explain the European phenomenon to their students.
Contact
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http://www.goethe.de/ins/us/chi/ver/en10318599v.htm
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Asia Society Partnership for Global Learning Annual Conference
New York City
June 28 - 29, 2013
Registration open
http://sites.asiasociety.org/pgl2013/about/
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Upper Peninsula History Conference
Michigan Technological University, Houghton
June 28-30, 2013
The conference pays particular attention to Upper Peninsula history topics and themes. For details and registration, visit www.hsmichigan.org or call toll-free (800) 692-1828.
http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Full-Flier-PRESS-READY.pdf
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Gettysburg Civil War Commemoration
Gettysburg PA
June 28-July 7, 2013
Gettysburg sill stage a commemoration featuring live reenactments with soldiers dressed in Civil War uniforms and firing vintage weaponry. Union and Confederate camps http://www.gettysburg.travel/visitor/event.asp
http://www.gettysburgreenactment.com/
http://bluegraygettysburg.com/
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Living History: Richmond Log Cabin Days
Historic Village, Bailey Memorial Park, 36045 Park Street, Richmond
June 30, 2013 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
The fur trade era and a Civil War Living History will be depicted with on-going demonstrations. Among the lost arts demonstrated will be "flint napping" - the making of arrowheads, candle making, spinning, and pipe carving, along with banjo music and storytelling. Contact:
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http://richmondhistoricalsociety.org/projects_events.html
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The Lincoln Forum Teacher Scholarship
Gettysburg PA
November 16-19, 2013
Deadline: June 30, 2013
Each November, the Forum awards one or more scholarships to educators currently teaching U. S. History in an elementary, middle, or high school in the United States. It covers the cost of registration for our annual symposium held in Gettysburg on November 16 - 18, three nights lodging and group meals at the Wyndham Hotel, and travel reimbursement. http://www.thelincolnforum.org/teacher-scholarship.php
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For Students: Goi Peace Foundation/UNESCO International Essay Contest for Young People
Deadline: June 30, 2013
Winners of essays on the theme "the power of culture to create a better future" will receive a cash prize plus a trip to Japan.
www.goipeace.or.jp/english/activities/programs/1301.html
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150th Anniversary Reenactment of the Battle of Gettysburg
1085 Table Rock Road, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
July 4 – 7, 2013
Spectacular Battle Reenactments, Field Demonstrations, a large Living History Village, Living History Activities Tents, Guest Speakers and an extensive Sutler Area. Thousands of reenactors from across the nation and around the world will be staging the battle reenactments. Visit the camps, learn about Civil War Medicine, Music, Weapons and Daily Life during the conflict. Telephone - 717-338-1525 http://www.GettysburgReenactment.com
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Dedication of Michigan History Marker: Battle of Monterey Pass & the Retreat from Gettysburg Washington Township, Franklin County, Pennsylvania
July 5, 2013, 7:00 pm
The July 5th dedication is part of a 4-day program beginning on July 4th and ending on July 7th commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Monterey Pass & the Retreat from Gettysburg. Website at: http://www.montereypassbattlefield.org
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Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition
Grand Rapids Public Museum, 272 Pearl Street NW, Grand Rapids
Through July 7, 2013
Go back in time to 1912 upon entrance, as you receive a replica boarding pass of an actual passenger aboard Titanic. Begin a chronological journey through the life of the Titanic, moving through the ship’s construction, to life on board, to the ill-fated sinking and amazing artifact rescue efforts. Marvel at the re-created First Class and Third Class accommodations, and press your palms against an iceberg while learning of countless stories of heroism and humanity. In the “Memorial Gallery” take your boarding pass to the memorial wall and discover whether your passenger and traveling companions survived or perished. For exhibit information, contact the Museum at (616) 929-1700.
http://grmuseum.org/http%3A/%252Fgrmuseum.org/titanic
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Jim Jackson speaking on the Irish Brigade
American Legion Post 29, 3200 Lansing Ave, Jackson
July 8, 2013, 7:00 pm
The event is sponsored by the Austin Blair Camp No. 7, Department of Michigan, Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War. http://www.austinblaircamp7.com/
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The 1960s: Upheaval at Home and Abroad - A Summer Leadership Institute for Teachers
Brown University, Rhode Island
July 8-12, 2013
Institute Themes Include: Multiple views on the impact of the Vietnam War and the civil rights movement in U.S. history; The civil rights movement’s place in the larger history of African-Americans’ struggle for equality; Lessons and legacies of the Vietnam War. Participants are required to cover their own travel and parking costs. http://www.choices.edu/pd/institute_2013.php
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The Clarice Smith National Teacher Institutes
Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington D.C.
Monday, July 8–Friday, July 12, 2013; Monday, July 29–Friday, August 2, 2013
Be inspired this summer at the Smithsonian American Art Museum, as you join colleagues from across the country for an exciting exploration of the connections among American art, social studies, history, and English/language arts. Attend one of our week-long institutes in the nation's capital, Washington, D.C. Stay connected with your newfound colleagues and museum staff throughout the year. http://americanart.si.edu/education/dev/cs/
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Famous Civil War Families
Marshall District Library, 124 W Green St, Marshall
July 9, 2013, 6:30-8:00 pm
Shirley Gage Hodges will speak on how the Civil War impacted the lives of some of the famous families of that period. Free. Registration:
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Henry Ford: A Historical Perspective
Henry Ford Centennial Library, 16301 Michigan Ave., Dearborn
July 10, 2013 7:00 - 8:00 pm
A presentation by Mike Skinner, a renowned Fordaphile, will give an overview of Henry Ford's life. The contact person is Patricia Podzikowski, Supervisor of Adult Services (313) 943-2817. Free
http://www.henryford150.com/events/
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Oh Hast Thou Forgotten
Lower Level, Program Room A, Loutit District Library, 407 Columbus Ave, Grand Haven
July 11, 2013 7:00 PM - 9:00 pm
Richard L. Hamilton, in uniform, steps into character and talks about the 6th Michigan Cavalry Regiment during the Gettysburg Campaign. Contact: Larry Halverson,
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Children's Days
Mason County Historical Society/Historic White Pine Village
1687 S. Lakeshore Drive, Ludington
July 11, 2013, August 1, 2013, October 3, October 10, 2013
Step back in time and experience life as a pioneer child. Children will enjoy face painting, stilts and sidewalk games. The one-room school mini sessions, old-fashioned outdoor games and entertainment highlight the day's activities. In the fall, cider making and hayrides are added.
http://www.historicwhitepinevillage.org/content.aspx?Page=E_ChildrensDays
http://www.historicwhitepinevillage.org/content.aspx?Page=E_HistoryActionFall
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Tall Ship Celebration
Saginaw River, Bay City
July 11-14, 2013
Ten ships ranging from War of 1812 replicas to modern floating classrooms will be available for boarding and touring. Grand Arrival of Tall Ships, re-enactors and live performances, interactive deck tours
www.tallshipcelebration.com
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Seven Stops to Freedom
Ross Beatty High School Auditorium, 22721 Diamond Cove St., Cassopolis
July 12, 2013, 7:00 pm
Von and Fran Washington will present a story of a journey to freedom on the Underground Railroad - a journey of seven stops from Mississippi to Cass County, Michigan. Program is a benefit for the restoration of the Bonine House. Tickets: $10/person; $5/student). Contact:
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Underground Railroad Days
Vandalia, Michigan
July 13 – 14, 2013; Saturday: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm, Sunday: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
The celebration will feature guided tours of UGRR sites, information booths and displays, tours of the Bonine House, Civil War Living History Encampment, a replica of a Ramptown cabin for storytelling and song. The lead up week (July 8 - 12) will feature UGRR films on Monday and Thursday at 6:00 PM. On Tuesday from 1:00 – 3:00 PM, Cassopolis students will stage a "Wax Museum" at the Bonine House, featuring characters from the UGRR in Cass County. http://www.urscc.org/Home.php
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Economics for Leaders
Hillsdale College, Hillsdale
July 14 – 19, 2013, 7 Spaces Open
A unique experience in economics education brings together teachers looking to improve their teaching skills in economics. The EFL one-week program is rigorous and encompasses 50+ hours of instruction. http://www.fte.org/teacher-programs/eflprograms/
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The Eisenhower Academy Summer Institute for Teachers
Gettysburg College and Eisenhower National Historic Site, Pennsylvania
July 14 - 19, 2013
This professional development opportunity presents an in-depth perspective of Dwight D. Eisenhower as president and world leader. Sessions introduce effective strategies for teaching the Cold War in the classroom and include: New scholarship on the Eisenhower Presidency; Field trips, lectures, and discussion on the 1950s including the Cold War, civil rights, and popular culture; A visit to the Eisenhower National Historic Site; Using primary source documents, film and video footage; A walk through historic Gettysburg exploring Eisenhower's life and times in the community. http://www.nps.gov/eise/forteachers/eisenhower-academy.htm
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Conducting Socratic Seminars: Focus on Primary Source Documents from US History
American Enterprise Institute, Washington, DC
August 5, 2013through August 7, 2013
Advance Registration Deadline: July 15, 2013
Socratic seminars are teacher-led classroom discussions that promote higher-level thinking, more careful reading of texts, and increased skills of classroom and civil discussion. The workshop will combine the learning of skills necessary to use seminars in your classroom with a focus on significant documents from US History. Teachers of any social studies discipline, are welcomed and encouraged to enroll in the workshop.
http://members.socialstudies.org/Scripts/4Disapi.dll/4DCGI/events/65.html?Action=Conference_Detail&ConfID_W=65
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Teaching and Working with Holocaust Testimonies
University of Michigan-Flint, Frances Willson Thompson Library
July 15-19, 2013
This workshop is geared toward high school and college teachers. http://www.umflint.edu/holocaust-workshop.page
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Henry Ford: The Rouge and His Village Industries
Novi Public Library, 45255 W. Ten Mile, Novi
July 17, 2013 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Henry Ford developed one of the largest and most complete industrial settings in the world - the concept of vertical integration. He also established small factories nearby, experimenting with water power and employing the disabled, women, and farmers. The history and development of these two will be discussed by automotive historian Steven Stanford. Free. Registration: 248-869-7215 http://www.novilibrary.org/Adults/AdultOverview.asp
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Henry Ford: His Life and Times
Salem-south Lyon District Library, 9800 Pontiac Trail, South Lyon
July 18, 2013 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Automotive historian Russell Dore' features Ford's inventions, his family and some of the ways he changed the world. Free. Register: www.ssldl.info/events or call 248-437-6431
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International Folk Dancing
Gretchen's House Childcare Center, 2625 Traver Blvd., Ann Arbor
Try something different to promote your knowledge of world culture. Dance to recorded music from around the world, unless otherwise noted. Many dances can be taught in the classroom. All ages welcome. No experience necessary. As an educational experience, one will learn about different peoples, customs, geography and history. http://www.astro.utoledo.edu/~ndm/FD/No partner needed. Beginners welcome!
Admission: $5; students: $3
Saturday, July 20, 2013
Saturday, August 17, 2013
Recorded music, hosted by Russ Ericksen, 7 - 10 pm
Dances taught first hour; then open dance, requests encouraged.
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Teaching with Documents and Works of Art: An Integrated Approach
Focus on Photography as Art and Document
National Archives Building and Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, DC
July 22, 2013 – July 24, 2013
This workshop will introduce teachers to the holdings, resources, and programs of the National Archives and the Smithsonian American Art Museum. The focus is photography as art and document. Attendees develop classroom activities that utilize both visual images and primary source documents as teaching tools in ways that sharpen students' skills and enthusiasm for history, social studies, and the humanities. http://members.socialstudies.org/Scripts/4Disapi.dll/4DCGI/events/Register.html?Action=Register&ConfID_W=69
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Echoes and Reflections
Holocaust Education for 21st Century Classrooms
Farmington Hills
July 24 or 25, 2013
http://www.echoesandreflections.org/training_in_your_area/
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Civil War Trust: National Teacher Institute
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
July 25-28, 2013
The Civil War Trust Teacher Institute is a four-day professional development for K-12 educators focused exclusively on the American Civil War. Join us in as we explore the history of the Civil War and new methods for instruction. http://www.civilwar.org/aboutus/events/teacher-institute/2013/national-institute/civil-war-professional.html
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"The Battle of Chickamauga"
Moses Wisner Homestead, 405 Cesar E. Chavez Ave., Pontiac
July 27th, 11:00 am – 5:00 pm; Battle of Chickamauga Re-enactment, 3:00 pm
Tours of the Museum and Outbuildings; Children's Crafts and Games; Lincoln Document and Vintage Photo Exhibits; Old Time Crafting Demonstrations; 5th MI Regimental Band + Fife and Drum; Civil War Era Impersonators; Muskets & Cannons Fired Hourly. Admission fee. Contact: 248-338-6732
http://www.ocphs.org/drupal-6.1/
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2013 Michigan Studies Workshop
Michigan Historical Center, 702 West Kalamazoo, Lansing
July 29 – August 1, 2013
Spend four days immersed in learning how Michigan’s economy has changed through time, and explore the places where some of our state’s historically important industries developed. Teachers will travel to Hartwick Pines, the Straits of Mackinac and Sault Ste. Marie between July 30th and 31st. The registration fee includes some meals and one overnight stay in northern Michigan.
http://seekingmichigan.org/events/2013-michigan-studies-workshop
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Strengthening Social Studies Learning and Excellence in the Common Core
University of Wisconsin, School of Continuing Education Conference Center, Milwaukee, WI
July 31, 2013 - August 2, 2013
Learn 15 powerful and practical activities to foster active engagement, excitement, and enhanced thinking in your students. Through the experience of hands-on lessons, we will model constructivist strategies in the areas of inquiry learning and substantive discussion, as well as reading, writing, and other creative processing activities. The use of technology (e.g. Google Earth and Interactive White Board-SMART or Promethean) to further engage your students will also be explored.
http://members.socialstudies.org/Scripts/4Disapi.dll/4DCGI/events/70.html?Action=Conference_Detail&ConfID_W=70&Time=-1938065385&SessionID=2881372w3o0s4y6bqgu8nm409kqd452h0ees8osymum84cim2cogiq3k89sh4qah
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Odyssey Awards in Michigan History Education
Nomination Deadline: August 2, 2013
Any Michigan K-12 educator may be nominated. Nominees will be judged on depth of knowledge of Michigan history, leadership in teaching others about Michigan history and use of creative teaching methods. http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-153-54463_18595_18596-62973--,00.html
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Mackinaw Area Historical Society Historic Festival
The Village, Central Ave. 1.5 miles west of I-75, Mackinaw City
August 2 6:00 pm; August 3, 2013, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
5K run; foot races, docents, vintage base ball game ; May Pole; Indian tribal women drummers; Lumberjack demonstrations; Dark Sky presentations by Mary Stewart Adams; Square Dancing; Artists and Spinning; Historic Building Tours; horse-drawn wagon rides, and games all day. http://www.mackinawhistory.org/2013-87/
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Rural and Cultural Art Fair
Port Oneida Historic Farm District - in the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Four miles north of Glen Arbor on M-22
August 9 – 10, 2013 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Experience life as it was in the late 1800's and early 1900's. Activities include: Native American crafts, folk music, blacksmith, Civil War re-enactors, antique bicycles, antique cars, landscape painting, storytelling, quilting, horse and wagon rides, barn dance, fur trader, weavers, Celtic music, maritime history, barn building, nature hikes and more. Park pass required http://www.thehomesteadresort.com/events/port-oneida-rural-and-cultural-art-fair/
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Chesterfield Civil War Days
Historical Village Park, 47275 Sugarbush Rd - Between 21 Mile and Cotton Rds, Chesterfield
August 9 – 11, 2013
Living history encampments, drills, battle skirmishes, cannon firing demonstrations, and special appearances by the Michigan Cavalry Brigade. http://chesterfieldhistoricalsociety.org
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Hale Farm & Village Civil War Reenactment
Hale Farm & Village, 2686 Oak Hill Road, Bath, Ohio
August 9 – 11, 2013, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Meet soldiers and civilians. Hear the sounds of battle and smell the gunpowder. Shake hands with President Lincoln or shop for a hoopskirt. Re-Enactment Battle each day at 2:00 http://www.wrhs.org/Properties/Civil_War_Reenactment_Encampment
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Call for Manuscripts for Social Studies and the Young Learner
Women’s History Deadline: August 15, 2013
Social Studies and Technology Deadline November 15, 2013
See page 20 http://publications.socialstudies.org/tssp/TSSP240.pdf
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NAIS Challenge 20/20
Application deadline: August 16, 2013
This Internet-based program pairs classes at any grade level (K-12) from schools in the U.S. with counterpart classes in other countries; together the teams (of two or three schools) tackle real global problems to find solutions that can be implemented at the local level and in their own communities. The global problems are outlined in High Noon: 20 Global Problems, 20 Years to Solve Them by Jean Francois Rischard. http://www.nais.org/Articles/Pages/Challenge-20-20-Program-Details.aspx
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Koreans, Who Are They? Reflections on Identity in a Globalized Korea
University of Michigan International Institute, Ann Arbor
August 17, 2013, 8:30 am-4 pm
Explore the history and identities of a united and divided Korea through a multicultural lens in the workshop for educators. Learn about traditional Korean identity through hands-on folk painting and the transformation of Korea into a dynamic society with leading researchers on Korean culture, including Sangjoon Lee and South Korean K-14 educator Jisu Ryu. Participate in an on-going discussion about tactics to incorporate Korea into the K-14. 6 SCECH Available. Registration:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1sin1fb3wgvaZCxMPHJXSNHPuG7RoBf2Voh5MCFdsmgM/viewform
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Family Day
Midland County Historical Society, Heritage Park, 3417 West Main Street, Midland
August 17, 2013, 10 am - 7 pm
Explore the battlefield lives of soldiers in the 1860s through hands-on activities, games, and a 6 pm concert of Civil War music! Museum admission applies to view Civil War exhibition.
Candlelight Tour, 8:30 pm – 10 pm
Get an up-close glimpse of the lives of a private, general, camp surgeon, cook, and more! Best for ages 10 and up. Tickets: $3 http://www.mcfta.org/ExhibitionsMCHS.html#civil
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Jackson, Michigan Cascades Civil War Muster
Cascades Falls Park, 1401 S Brown St, Jackson
August 24 – 25, 2013
Battles Saturday (Chancellorsville)and Sunday (Gettysburg) Military Ball Saturday night, Night Artillery Firing. Free to the public, but donations appreciated http://civilwarmuster.org/site/?p=1
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Put it on Paper Exhibit
Michigan Historical Museum, 702 W. Kalamazoo St., Lansing
through August 2013
The exhibit shows authentic examples of the process in the work of authors, artists, illustrators, architects, musicians and engineers. The public is invited to work out their own creativity through drawing, sketching, coloring and building ideas in the exhibit’s creative center. Displays: Ernest Hemingway's first story written in northern Michigan; original manuscripts by Laura Ingalls Wilder; drawings of the World Trade Center by Minoru Yamasaki, who lived and worked in the Detroit area; manuscripts of the book Anatomy of a Murder by Ishpeming native John Voelker. http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-153-54463_54464_18628-286200--,00.html
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Lumber Days
Mason County Historical Society/Historic White Pine Village
1687 S. Lakeshore Drive, Ludington
August 31- September 1, 2013, 10 am- 5 pm
Activities and interpreters focus on past logging techniques in Mason County. Non-denominational musical church service on Sunday at 10:00 A.M. Following the service, a Lumberjack Brunch will be served from 11 A.M. until 2 P.M. An Old Time Base Ball Match will be held at 2 P.M. following the brunch. Step back in time and live a Sunday as it was lived 100 years ago. http://www.historicwhitepinevillage.org/content.aspx?Page=E_LoggingHarvest
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Battle of Lake Erie Bicentennial
Perry’s Victory International Peace Memorial, 93 Delaware Avenue, Put-in-Bay, OH
September 1- 10, 2013
The two-week celebration will include a large fleet of tall ships in an historic reenactment of the Battle of Lake Erie, a grand parade of sail and port festivals in waterfront cities in the U.S. and Canada. Visitors will be able to tour the ships, enlist as crew members in the reenactment, or be part of the bicentennial fleet or militia. (419) 285-2184 http://www.battleoflakeerie-bicentennial.com/
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Tall Ships Festival
Various Ports: Windsor, Amherstburg, Kingsville, Leamington, Ontario; August 30-September 1, 2013
Pelee Island, Ontario; September 6–8, 2013
See all of the vessels, reenactments, live entertainment and a commemoration of the tall ships that sailed our lakes. (519) 784-1851 www.1812ontario.ca
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NCHE National Conference: New Frontiers
Albuquerque, New Mexico
March 20-22, 2014
Proposal Deadline: September 23, 2013
The national conference is a place where everyone who loves to teach and learn history can come together and share. NCHE encourages conference proposals that illustrate collaboration and history education. http://www.nche.net/conference
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Environment & the Economy
Grand Hotel, Mackinac Island
September 28 - October 1, 2013
Find out how economic analysis can help clean up the environment.
http://www.fte.org/teacher-programs/environment-the-economy/
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Captain Planet Foundation Seeks Applications for K-12 Environment-Based Projects
Deadline: September 30, 2013
The Foundation is accepting applications from K-12 schools for environment-based education projects to be implemented in the spring and summer of 2014. Seed grants of up to $500 will be awarded to high-quality educational programs that help children and youth understand and appreciate the world through hands-on projects designed to improve the environment in their schools and communities. Grants serve as a catalyst to getting environment-based education in schools and to encourage youth and communities to participate in community service through environmental stewardship activities.
http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/rfp/rfp_item.jhtml;jsessionid=LMZKK1RMSB2VXLAQBQ4CGW15AAAACI2F?id=419900002
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Living in 1812: Life on the Sandwich Frontier
Windsor's Community Museum, 254 Pitt Street West, Windsor, Ontario, Canada
Ongoing to October 5, 2013
The exhibition sets the tone and context for the 1812 time period and conflict in the Sandwich Frontier, now the Windsor area. It explore sthe daily lives of the various inhabitants of this area (French, British, Aboriginal, Black and others) and how they interacted. Featuring many maps, illustrations and artifacts, this exhibit helps to paint a picture of what it was actually like to live here during the early 19th century. Telephone (519) 253-1812.
http://www.citywindsor.ca/residents/Culture/Windsors-Community-Museum/Exhibits/Pages/Exhibits.aspx
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Fairfield Comes Alive
Fairfield Museum, 14878 Longwoods Road, Thamesville, ON
October 5-6, 2013
Get excited as reenactors, local merchants and 1812-inspired educational events are run at one of the most significant sites of South West Ontario’s 1812 history. (519) 695-3634 http://goo.gl/Q0gE0
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Battle of the Thames
Fairfield Museum, 14878 Longwoods Road, Thamesville, ON
October 5-6, 2013
Experience reenactments of the 1812 battle in Chatham-Kent, vendors, and an old-time school house (519) 360-1998 www.battleofthethames.ca
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Autumn Days
Mason County Historical Society/Historic White Pine Village
1687 S. Lakeshore Drive, Ludington
October 11-12, 2013; 10 am - 5 pm
Cider pressing, hayrides, sawmill demonstrations, farm machinery display and more. Interpreters will be found in many of the village's buildings to answer questions and provide a nostalgic look at the past. http://www.historicwhitepinevillage.org/content.aspx?Page=E_AutumnDays
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NoteMichigan/Great Lakes Regional Social Studies Conference
Ramada Lansing Hotel and Conference Center , 7501 West Saginaw Highway, Lansing
Friday, October 18 - Saturday, October 19 2013
http://www.mcssmi.org/events/conferences-mainmenu-28/joint-social-studies-conference
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Our Civil War Legacy: Midland’s Past Marches Forward
Midland County Historical Society, Heritage Park, 3417 West Main Street, Midland
Through October 26, 2013
The exhibition builds on the current enthusiasm and awareness regarding the 150th anniversary of the Civil War. Although the battles were fought far from Midland County, our region was developed largely by Civil War veterans who came to this area after the war due to the enticement of land grants and other allurements.
http://www.mcfta.org/ExhibitionsMCHS.html#civil
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The Brave and the Faithful: Michigan in the Civil War Exhibit
Sloan Museum, 1221 E. Kearsley Street, Flint
Through October 2013
Despite the fact that no battles were fought in Michigan, Genesee county’s fathers, sons, husbands, brothers and even some mothers and daughters sacrificed plenty to save the Union. Discover real stories of hometown heroes’ selfless adoption of the Union cause, conspicuous bravery on the battle field, daring escapes from prison camps, and tales of astounding loss in a time not so different from our own. (810) 237-3440 http://sloanmuseum.com/educators/field-trips/featured-exhibits
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NoteNCSS Annual Conference
“Social Studies: Gateway to the Core of Learning”
St. Louis, Missouri
November 22-24, 2013
Integrating key literacy skills and innovative social studies curriculum is a challenge facing school administrators, curriculum developers, and teachers across America. Thoughtful discussion and collegial exchange devoted to these issues can only make the profession stronger. Sub-themes:
Common Core: Content Area Reading, Writing, and Social Studies; Global Competencies, Global Perspectives, Global Marketplace; Sustainable Social Studies; Sports in History; Music, Popular Culture, and the Study of History; Social Justice. http://www.socialstudies.org/ncss2013proposals/openconf.php
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Michigan at Gettysburg
National Cemetery
November 23, 2013, 8:00 am
http://library.constantcontact.com/download/get/file/1103876862656-74/Gettysburg+Flyer.pdf
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Pontiac’s War: Resistance in a Changing Frontier
Windsor Community Museum
Through December 31, 2013
Aboriginal history, the fur trade period, the French and British rule, War of 1812, the formation of the village of Windsor, the Great Fire of 1871, the building of the Ambassador Bridge and the Detroit-Windsor automotive tunnel, automotive and labour history, prohibition period, Windsor at War, Windsor Firsts and more. http://www.citywindsor.ca/residents/Culture/Windsors-Community-Museum/Exhibits/Pages/Exhibits.aspx
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The Roaring Twenties: From Riches to Rags
44575 Garfield Road, Clinton Township
February 22–May 4, 2014; Wed.-Sat., 10 am - 4 pm, Sun., 1-4 pm
Heralding a dramatic break between America’s past and future, the 1920s ushered in the modern age. For the first time, more Americans lived in cities than on farms, and the nation’s total wealth doubled between 1920 and 1929. http://www.lorenzoculturalcenter.com/schedule/exhibit.asp
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Southwest Michigan in the Civil War
Heritage Museum and Cultural Center, 601 Main Street, St. Joseph
Through December 2014
The exhibit explores the life of a local soldier – from recruitment to training camp and arrival on the battlefield for the Civil War. Hands-on elements are included for younger visitors. Admission is $5 adults, $1 for children ages 6-18, and children under 5 are free. (269) 983-1191 www.theheritagemcc.org
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International Exchange Opportunities for U.S. Classroom Teachers
The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs offers grants for primary and secondary school teachers to participate in international exchanges for the academic year. Teachers must have at least five years of experience, a B.A. degree and be currently employed in a full-time teaching position at a U.S. primary or secondary school. Sign up for 2014-2015 Application Notification http://fulbrightteacherexchange.org/
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Distinguished Fulbright Awards in Teaching
The Distinguished Fulbright Awards in Teaching Program allows teachers to go abroad for three to six months to take classes at an international university, observe classes and offer seminars in local schools and complete a project of their own design. Sign up for 2014-2015 Application Notification
http://fulbrightteacherexchange.org/distinguished-fulbright-awards-in-teaching-program
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SOCIAL STUDIES RESOURCES(for a list of other resources, recently removed, contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. )
Historic Fort Wayne Living History Presentations
Members of the Fort’s coalition provide interpretations to schools interested in learning about the history of the Fort, as well as the lives of military personnel or civilians who lived during various time periods in our nation's existence. These periods include colonial, Civil War, Spanish-American War, World Wars I and II, as well as Korean and Vietnam Wars. The presentations can be scheduled at the Fort or at schools. http://www.historicfortwaynecoalition.com/education.html
History of the Fort http://www.historicfortwaynecoalition.com/fortabout.html
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Lorenzo Cultural Center Resource Guides and Lesson Plans on Line
America at the Turn of the Century; The Birth of American Industry; Michigan From Revolution to Statehood; Food, Farming and Community; The 1950s; American Ingenuity; Living Through the Great Depression; How Sports Shape Culture; The Sixties; Michigan's Immigrant Experience; The Civil War Era; Frederick Douglass from Slavery to Freedom http://www.lorenzoculturalcenter.com/resources/index.asp
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Automotive Hall of Fame
21400 Oakwood Boulevard, Dearborn
The tour inspires students through the stories of those who have achieved great things in the automotive industry. A scavenger hunt keeps them engaged, inspired and learning. The two-hour experience includes a comprehensive field trip information kit with pre- and post-visit activities. http://www.automotivehalloffame.org/education/school-groups
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Fiscal Responsibility Lesson Plans
Economics, Civics, US History, World History, Mathematics http://teachufr.org/
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Exploring Humanitarian Law curriculum
Easy-to-use materials help students understand the rules governing war and their impact on human life and dignity. www.redcross.org/ehl.
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Debating U.S. Drone Policy Lesson Plan
http://choices.edu/resources/twtn/twtn-drones.php
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Economics Lesson Plans
Foundation for Teaching Economics http://www.fte.org/teacher-resources/lesson-plans/
Economic Demise of the Soviet Union http://www.fte.org/teacher-resources/lesson-plans/edsulessons/
Issues of International Trade http://www.fte.org/teacher-resources/lesson-plans/tradelessons/
Is Capitalism Good for the Poor? http://www.fte.org/teacher-resources/lesson-plans/is-capitalism-good-for-the-poor/
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Foundation for Teaching Economics
Residential Teacher Programs
http://www.fte.org/teacher-programs/
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Social and Ethical Issues in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
Introduce students to social and ethical issues (SEI) in nanoscience and nanotechnology; Demonstrate SEI through case studies using popular films or popular press; Stimulate discussion about SEI
https://depts.washington.edu/ntuf/issues/docs/SEIteachersguideBassett.pdf
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Kristen McDaniel's List: Social Studies Disciplinary Literacy
Resources regarding disciplinary literacy in the social studies, including student competence in history literacy, economic literacy, geo-literacy, civics literacy, and global literacy.
https://www.diigo.com/list/kmickeyd/social-studies-disciplinary-literacy
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Globalization 101B
Background information and lesson plans http://www.globalization101.org/teaching-tools/
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Bring history to life for your students
Ready to use tools for teaching with documents
Thousands of primary sources selected from the National Archives
http://docsteach.org/
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100+ Stores That Give a Teacher Discount
http://www.bestcollegesonline.com/blog/2012/12/18/100-stores-that-give-a-teacher-discount/
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National Anthems
Flagdom – All the world’s national anthems and every type of flag
http://www.flagdom.com/flag-resources/national-anthems/
National anthems of the world – All national anthems played at once http://www.nationalanthems.me/
World Statesman - detailed lists of leaders, chronologies, flags, national anthems and maps
http://www.worldstatesmen.org/
National Anthems of the World – Lesson Plan (K-8)
http://www.innovativeclassroom.com/Lesson-Plans/lessonplans.php?id=47
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Resources for Letter from a Birmingham Jail
The Letter http://www.africa.upenn.edu/Articles_Gen/Letter_Birmingham.html
Martin Luther King, Jr. and Nonviolent Resistance http://edsitement.neh.gov/lesson-plan/martin-luther-king-jr-and-nonviolent-resistance#sect-introduction
Martin Luther King, Walker v. City of Birmingham, and the Letter from Birmingham Jail
http://scholarship.law.berkeley.edu/facpubs/602/
Fred L. SHUTTLESWORTH, Petitioner, v. CITY OF BIRMINGHAM, ALA. http://www.law.cornell.edu/supremecourt/text/394/147
WALKER V. CITY OF BIRMINGHAM, 388 U. S. 307 (1967) http://www.chanrobles.com/usa/us_supremecourt/388/307/case.php
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Detroit Newspapers in Education Michigan Week supplement
http://nieonline.com/detroit/downloads/celebrate_mi.pdf
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The BIG Michigan History Lesson
Michigan Historical Museum, 702 W. Kalamazoo Street, Lansing
Talking with historians, dressing up in period clothes, and reenacting the lives of historical figures are all part of the weeklong learning experience called The BIG History Lesson. Students and teacher use the Michigan Historical Museum as their classroom for an extended, in-depth study of Michigan history.
http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-153-54463_18670_19513-57689--,00.html
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Connect Ed Free Lessons on Judge Cecil Poole and Judge Thelton Henderson
They are two African American judges who helped steer America toward becoming a more equitable society. Free copies to educators of the book Cecil Poole: A Life in the Law and the film Soul of Justice Supplies are limited and distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. http://www.connectedcalifornia.org/law_and_justice_resource_
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Harriet Tubman: Online Resources
Library of Congress http://www.loc.gov/rr/program/bib/tubman/
Smithsonian National Museum of African-American History & Culture http://nmaahc.si.edu/collections/tubman
Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Byway http://www.harriettubmanbyway.org/
Harriet Tubman Visitor Center http://www.harriettubman.com/
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Teaching the modern Civil Rights Movement beyond “I Have a Dream”
http://civilrightsteaching.org/civil-rights-movement-history-resources/
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Smithsonian National Museum of African-American History & Culture
Oh Freedom! lesson plans http://africanamericanart.si.edu/overview
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ConSource Free Online Library of Constitutional History
http://www.consource.org/
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PBS LearningMedia
Instant access to thousands of classroom-ready, digital resources including videos, games, audio clips, photos, and lesson plans http://www.pbslearningmedia.org/
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Smithsonian Educational Resources
Access more than 1,800 resources, including lesson plans on history & culture, and language arts.
http://www.smithsonianeducation.org/educators/lesson_plans/history_culture.html
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Untold Stories of the First World War
No European nation was left untouched – even neutral states felt the impact of the war. But it was the ordinary men and women who were affected the most. This exhibition gives those personal accounts from across Europe for the first time, based on stories and items contributed by the public.
Virtual exhibition: http://exhibitions.europeana.eu/exhibits/show/europeana-1914-1918-en
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Your Family History of World War One
Europeana 1914-1918 is collecting material from across Europe. Do you have pictures, letters, postcards, souvenirs or other items from 1914-1918 relating to World War One? Do you have a story or anecdote to tell about those involved or affected? Please add it to the online story collection so the world can know about it. www.europeana1914-1918.eu/en
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First World War Poetry Digital Archive
The archive contains over 7000 items of text, images, audio, and video for teaching, learning, and research. It consists of primary material from major poets of the period supplemented by multimedia artifacts from the Imperial War Museum, items contributed by the general public, and a set of educational resources. www.oucs.ox.ac.uk/ww1lit/gwa/
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History Matters - Citation, Copyright
The site provides annotated links to resources on standards, citing and evaluating Web sites, and understanding copyright and fair use laws as they apply to the use and creation of educational materials on the Web. History Matters is designed for high school and college teachers of U.S. History courses.
http://historymatters.gmu.edu/browse/refdesk/
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Free Teaching Resources for Educational Excellence from the Federal Government
Topics include World History: U.S. History; Language Arts; Arts & Music http://free.ed.gov/index.cfm
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World History for Us All
This is a national collaboration of K-12 teachers, collegiate instructors, and educational technology specialists offering teaching units, lesson plans, and resources which may be readily adapted to a variety of world history programs. http://worldhistoryforusall.sdsu.edu/
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Lesson Plans from the Michigan Historical Museum
Historical documents, activities and lesson ideas relate to the galleries at the Michigan Historical Museum and online exhibits. Some offerings: The First People; Settling a State; Civil War; Mining; Lumbering; Growing Up in Michigan, 1880-1895; Rural Michigan, 1865 – 1900; Growth of Manufacturing; Farm, 1900 – 1930; Factory, 1900 – 1930; The 1920s; The Great Depression; Arsenal of Democracy; The 1950s; The 1960s; Lakes and Land http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,1607,7-153-54463_18670_18793---,00.html
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HNN Teacher's Edition: For High School and Grade School
Designed to help busy teachers build classes around topics in the news. With just a few minutes preparation, teachers will be able to teach a class on current events, even if they haven't been in a position to follow the news closely. Free downloads. http://hnn.us/teachers_edition/grades_9_to_12.html
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University of Michigan International Institute Resources
Japanese Culture Kits: K-14 educational materials and resources provide teachers and students with a means to explore Japanese culture and language, while developing an understanding of its significance within a global context. http://ii.umich.edu/cjs/resources/teacherstudentresources/experientialteachingkits
A new “PhotoVoice Lending Kit: 3/11 Disasters through Women's Lenses” is now available. http://www.ii.umich.edu/cjs/resources/teacherstudentresources/photovoicelendingkit
Korean Culture Kits: Coordinated by the Nam Center for Korean Studies at the University of Michigan. Various themes. Free for use. http://ii.umich.edu/ncks/educationalresources/k14educationalmaterials/experientialteachingkits
Pedagogical Materials on Europe and the European Union: Lesson plans, curriculum units, and college syllabi on Europe and the European Union available through U-M’s Center for European Studies. http://ii.umich.edu/ces/resources/k14resources
Teaching Resources on Russia, Eastern Europe and Eurasia: Lesson plans, bibliographies, and other resources for K-14 educators developed with support from U-M’s Center for Russian, East European, and Eurasian Studies. http://ii.umich.edu/crees/resources/teacheroutreach/creesresources
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Michigan State University Education and Outreach Web Sites
Exploring Africa - An educational web-based curriculum and resource site developed for middle- and high-school students and educators. http://exploringafrica.matrix.msu.edu/
African Media Program - A reference guide to 10,000 African films and videos for educators and the general public. http://africanmedia.msu.edu/
African Studies on H-net - A set of discussion lists on African topics for educators and scholars. http://www.h-net.org/~afrteach/
Online African Resources at MSU - Ten directories and databases http://africa.isp.msu.edu/outreach/resources.htm
Latin America School and Educational Resources - LASER is an educational Web site created as a resource for educators and students of both middle and high schools interested in learning more about Latin America and the Caribbean. http://www.laser.msu.edu/
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The Henry Ford: Interactive modules designed especially for the classroom
Living under enslavement: African-Americans at the hermitage plantation - Visit the home of an enslaved carpenter from the Hermitage Plantation in Georgia.
The model t road trip - Follow one fictional family's adventures as they shop, buy, drive and plan a vacation in a new Model T.
A colonial family and community - Be a history detective. Investigate the daily lives of the Daggetts, a colonial family from northeastern Connecticut.
http://www.thehenryford.org/collections/online.aspx
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Teaching with Primary Sources
To view more than 100 Library of Congress lessons using Primary Sources, visit www.educationextras.com
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Online Extras for Students and Teachers
Detroit Newspapers
Cartoons for the Classroom bi-weekly topic and archives - lessons based on political cartoons
Front Page Talking Points and Related Video Report - summarizes a topic in the news and presents points of view
Geography in the News Quiz - new topical geography quiz each week, including identification of a country on a map, and quizzes
Interactive News Quiz - five questions from news stories
News Video: Election coverage for the classroom
Pulse of the Planet - Daily Science Webcasts
This Week in History- Topics for classroom discussion
Use The News Lessons - activities based on the news, categorized by grade level
Words in the News Vocabulary Quiz
http://nieonline.com/detroit/index.cfm
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The Detroit Historical Society Outreach
Museum learning comes to the classroom through engaging online experiences, classroom tools, and curriculum support. http://detroithistorical.org/learn/outreach
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Curriculum Materials available from Oakland Schools
New materials for social studies for grades 5, 6, and 7, and 6th grade World Geography and Global Issues Materials are available. Addition materials are listed on Language Arts, ESL, Health, Mathematics, Professional Development, Science, Social Studies, World Languages. Forwarded by Amy Bloom
http://oaklandk12-public.rubiconatlas.org/Atlas/Browse/View/Default
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Arab American National Museum
13624 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn
Museum tours and a wide variety of workshops, seminars, and cultural events showcase the richness and diversity of Arab civilization and acknowledge the contributions Arab Americans have made to our society. All educational programs are linked with the Michigan Department of Education’s K-12 grade level content expectation standards in Social Studies, English and Language Arts and World Languages. http://www.arabamericanmuseum.org/Education.id.33.htm
Lesson plans: http://www.arabamericanmuseum.org/Lesson-Plans.id.35.htm
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OTHER DISCIPLINES, TELL YOUR COLLEAGUES
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ALA Annual Conference and Exhibition
Chicago, Illinois
June 27-July 2, 2013
Key issues covered will include digital content and e-books, technology in libraries, innovation, books and authors, transformation, leadership, library advocacy, community engagement, library marketing and more. http://www.americanlibrariesmagazine.org/news/ala/2013-ala-annual-conference-registration-and-housing-now-open
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Chris Clark Fellowship for arts instructors
Application Deadline: July 1, 2013
The Chris Clark Fellowship Program for Creative Professionals was established through a legacy gift from Lansing area native, Chris Clark, to the Arts Council of Greater Lansing. The goal of the program is to support creative capacity building for arts instructors, artists, arts administrators, and arts business owners, in greater Lansing. Applications are accepted annually in July. http://www.lansingarts.org/Grants/tabid/574/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/381/Chris-Clark-Fellowship.aspx
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The Clarice Smith National Teacher Institutes
Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington D.C.
Monday, July 8–Friday, July 12, 2013; Monday, July 29–Friday, August 2, 2013
Be inspired this summer at the Smithsonian American Art Museum, as you join colleagues from across the country for an exciting exploration of the connections among American art, social studies, history, and English/language arts. Attend one of our week-long institutes in the nation's capital, Washington, D.C. Stay connected with your newfound colleagues and museum staff throughout the year. http://americanart.si.edu/education/dev/cs/
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Getting to the Core: Librarians and Common Core State Standards
Begins the week of July 15, 2013
For public and school librarians, paraprofessionals, and support staff who work with classroom teachers in K-8 grade levels; language arts and reading teachers of children in grades K-8. This is a six week Moodle course run asynchronously, meaning you will never need to login to your computer on a certain date/time. http://www.ala.org/alsc/getting-core-librarians-and-common-core-state-standards
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CARLA Workshops
Minneapolis MN
Register Now
Developing Materials for Less Commonly Taught Languages July 15-19, 2013
Culture as Core in the Second Language Classroom July 22-26, 2013
Improving Language Learning: Styles- and Strategies-Based Instruction July 29–August 2, 2013
and others http://www.carla.umn.edu/institutes/2013/schedule.html
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International Folk Dancing
Gretchen's House Childcare Center, 2625 Traver Blvd., Ann Arbor
Try something different to promote your knowledge of world culture. Dance to recorded music from around the world, unless otherwise noted. Many dances can be taught in the classroom. All ages welcome. No experience necessary. As an educational experience, one will learn about different peoples, customs, geography and history. http://www.astro.utoledo.edu/~ndm/FD/No partner needed. Beginners welcome!
Admission: $5; students: $3
Saturday, July 20, 2013
Saturday, August 17, 2013
Recorded music, hosted by Russ Ericksen, 7 - 10 pm
Dances taught first hour; then open dance, requests encouraged.
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Teaching with Documents and Works of Art: An Integrated Approach
Focus on Photography as Art and Document
National Archives Building and Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, DC
July 22, 2013 – July 24, 2013
This workshop will introduce teachers to the holdings, resources, and programs of the National Archives and the Smithsonian American Art Museum. The focus is photography as art and document. Attendees develop classroom activities that utilize both visual images and primary source documents as teaching tools in ways that sharpen students' skills and enthusiasm for history, social studies, and the humanities. http://members.socialstudies.org/Scripts/4Disapi.dll/4DCGI/events/Register.html?Action=Register&ConfID_W=69
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Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation Invites Applications for Music Donation Program
Deadline: August 1, 2013 (Pre-qualification)
The Foundation is now accepting applications from underfunded music programs for in-kind donations of musical instruments and will donate musical instruments to music programs that serve low-income communities and have little or no budget for musical instruments. Priority is given to programs serving the most students within a school population. Schools also must have an established instrumental music program (concert band, marching band, jazz band, and/or orchestra) that takes place during the regular school day and is at least three years old. http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/rfp/rfp_item.jhtml;jsessionid=LMZKK1RMSB2VXLAQBQ4CGW15AAAACI2F?id=418000019
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American Honda Foundation Invites Applications for STEM Programs
Deadlines: August 1, 2013; November 1, 2013
The Foundation is accepting applications from nonprofit organizations and schools for programs that support science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education. Environmental projects, job training, and literacy programs also will be considered. Grants of up to $75,000 by the US Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics. The foundation accepts applications on a quarterly basis. http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/rfp/rfp_item.jhtml?id=409800011
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Estela & Raúl Mora Award
Deadline for applications: August 15, 2013
REFORMA, the National Association to Promote Library and Information Services to Latinos and the Spanish-speaking, invites applications for the 2013 Mora Award. The Award is presented annually to the most exemplary culminating celebrations of El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children’s Day/Book Day), or El día de los jovenes/El día de los libros (Youth Day/Book Day), also known as Día. Annual, culminating celebrations are held across the country on or near April 30. Libraries, schools, educational institutions, and other youth-serving organizations that plan and implement Día programs in 2013 are eligible to submit an application.
http://reforma.org/files/mora_awards/REVISED4_Mora_award_guidelines_2013.pdf
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AASL seeks proposals for ALA 2014 Annual Conference programs
Deadline for concurrent sessions: August 26, 2013
The American Association of School Librarians invites proposals for programs to be presented during the 2014 American Library Association Annual Conference. The conference will be held June 26 - July 1 in Las Vegas. More information is available at www.ala.org/aasl/aaslrfp
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Put it on Paper Exhibit
Michigan Historical Museum, 702 W. Kalamazoo St., Lansing
through August 2013
The exhibit shows authentic examples of the process in the work of authors, artists, illustrators, architects, musicians and engineers. The public is invited to work out their own creativity through drawing, sketching, coloring and building ideas in the exhibit’s creative center. Displays: Ernest Hemingway's first story written in northern Michigan; original manuscripts by Laura Ingalls Wilder; drawings of the World Trade Center by Minoru Yamasaki, who lived and worked in the Detroit area; manuscripts of the book Anatomy of a Murder by Ishpeming native John Voelker. http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-153-54463_54464_18628-286200--,00.html
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Toshiba America Foundation Invites Applications for K-5 Science and Math Projects
Deadline: October 1, 2013
The Foundation is accepting applications from K-5 grade school teachers with innovative science or math projects. The foundation awards grants of up to $1,000 to K-5 teachers in public or private nonprofit schools in support of hands-on science or math education projects. Grant funds may be used for project-related materials only. The foundation strongly encourages projects planned and led by individual teachers or teams of teachers for their own classrooms.
http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/rfp/rfp_item.jhtml?id=408600030
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American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages Convention and World Languages Expo
New Spaces, New Realities: Learning Any Time, Any Place
Orlando, Florida
November 22 -24, 2013
The ACTFL Convention features more than 600 educational sessions covering the whole spectrum of the foreign language profession. The entire selection of sessions is designed to provide attendees with an exciting array of educational opportunities to further their knowledge and help them be better teachers or administrators. http://www.actfl.org/convention-expo/2013-actfl-convention-world-languages-expo
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Foundation for Technology and Engineering Educators Invites Applications
Deadline: December 1, 2013
The Foundation is accepting applications for technology and engineering education programs at any grade level and will award grants of $2,000 each to K-12 technology and engineering teachers to encourage the integration of a quality technology and engineering education program within their school's curriculum.
http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/rfp/rfp_item.jhtml?id=419700023
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National Nanotechnology Initiative
Check out these links to learn more about the fun and interesting ways you can learn about nanotechnology. http://nano.gov/education-training/k12
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Nanoscale Science Education
Resources for Educators http://www.ncsu.edu/project/scienceEd/resources.html
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Nanotechnology Timeline
This timeline features Premodern example of nanotechnology, as well as Modern Era discoveries and milestones in the field of nanotechnology. http://www.nano.gov/timeline
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Student Activity - Social issues and nanotechnology
Smithsonian Educational Resources
Access more than 1,800 resources, including lesson plans on history & culture, and language arts.
http://www.smithsonianeducation.org/educators/lesson_plans/history_culture.html
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Free Teaching Resources for Educational Excellence from the Federal Government
Topics include Language Arts; Arts & Music; World History: U.S. History http://free.ed.gov/index.cfm
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Reading Works: Volunteer Your Time
Make a difference and help us reach our goal of increasing the number of adults in metro Detroit who are able to read at 9th grade level or above. Whether it’s tutoring an adult learner, teaching a class of students or answering phones at an adult literacy agency, there are many ways that you can help raise the level of adult literacy in Detroit or the counties of Wayne, Oakland and Macomb. http://www.readingworksdetroit.org/?page_id=119
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World Classroom Adventures: Amazon Rain Forest or Africa
The K-12 program introduces students to the flora, fauna and people of the Amazon Rain Forest or Africa through electronic travel and direct interaction with Amazon or African students and experts. Schools gain access to an extensive set of electronic resources and may opt to conduct art, music, video, curriculum-based Q & A or Skype exchanges with Amazon or African partner classes/schools. While your students travel in their classrooms, our team visits schools in the Amazon or Africa, posts new content and facilitates program exchanges. We partner with K-12 schools in the Amazon and Africa and tailor adventures to match your grade level and curriculum. The program includes curriculum connections in Social Studies, Science, Technology, Math, Language Arts/Poetry, Art, Music and Spanish. Fee. http://www.oneworldclassrooms.org/programs/
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Art History Home
Art History Web Sites, Lesson Plans, Activities, and more http://besthistorysites.net/index.php/art-history
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Legends and Folktales
Interactive website with legends and folktales from around the world read in English and in the local language prepared by the Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center. http://famdliflc.lingnet.org/folkTales/index.html
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Free Teaching resources from the Federal Government
Many subjects including Arts & Music, Language Arts, Math, Science http://www.free.ed.gov/index.cfm
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The Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs
Field Trip Database
The Council believes that field trips strengthen partnerships between schools and community arts and cultural organizations; provide unique, lasting experiences for children; and enhance cross-curricular understanding. This database is designed to connect educators, families and others with high quality educational experiences throughout Michigan. If you have questions about this database, contact
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http://www.michiganadvantage.org/Arts/Field-Trip-Organizations/
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Sites For Teachers
26 pages of continuous lists of other Free resource websites for; Teaching aids, Clipart, Learning games, Manipulatives, Printables and Downloadables for all subjects, all grades and ages; supplements, add-ons, Unit Studies http://www.sitesforteachers.com/index.html
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Teacher Planet
Your Complete Guide to Online Theme Units and Resources for K-12 Teachers A-Z
For example: Art History, Brain & Nervous System, Copyright, Debate, Earth Day, French or Francais, Grammar, Haiku, International Languages, Journalism, Kwanzaa, Literature, Mozart, Nutrition, Olympics, Phonics, Rubrics, Spanish, Theatre, Uncles & aunts, Visual Arts, Writing Lessons. http://www.units4teachers.com/archives.php
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NASA Explorer Schools from the National Science Teachers Association
Designed for teachers in grades 4–12, NASA Explorer Schools provides a forum for accessing free lessons, student engagement activities, and professional development opportunities centered on NASA missions and science, technology, engineering and mathematics topics and careers. NES also offers multiple pathways for you to connect with other motivated STEM educators across the country to share best practices and classroom implementation ideas. http://nsta.org/pd/explorer.aspx
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Charles Darwin’s Own Notes
Notes and comments hand-written by Charles Darwin on the pages and margins of the books in his personal library are now available online for the first time, enabling new insights into the great naturalist’s thought processes and the development of the theory of evolution. The first phase of the project has just been completed, with 330 of the most heavily annotated books now accessible online at the Biodiversity Heritage Library. http://www.biodiversitylibrary.org/collection/darwinlibrary
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Language Specific Poetry Rooms from the National Capital Language Resource Center
Italian:http://italiancinquains.blogspot.com/
French: http://frenchcinquains.blogspot.com/
German: http://germancinquains.blogspot.com/
Spanish: http://spanishcinquains.blogspot.com/
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Free foreign language resources http://www.freetech4teachers.com/2011/01/11-foreign-language-resources-to-try-in.html
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FLSAS / Foreign Language Study Abroad Service
Foreign Language Study Abroad Programs
Total Language Immersion Programs (4 options / 4 separate programs)
Foreign Language Institutes (Small Classes & Private Tutoring).
Special Programs for Teenagers & Pre-Teens (6 to 17 years).
Spanish in Miami (not quite study abroad)
HomeStay Only
Cultural & LifeStyle Immersion (2 options / 2 separate programs)
HomeStay Only Program for Adults or Children or Adults & Children Together
For those with or without language skills
HomeStay Only for Teens (Knowledge of the language of the country required.)
http://www.flsas.com/
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Opportunities for Teachers is compiled from the following sources among others: Detroit History and Cultural Heritage Events (David & Kathleen Marcaccio), Michigan Council for History Education (James McConnell), Michigan Humanities Council, Newspapers in Education, Seeking Michigan, National Humanities Center, the Library of Congress, American Library Association, National Council for the Social Studies.
