Middle Level-Jr. High School
You Can Do It! Facilitating a Dynamic Inclusion Classroom
Submitted by TimDaly on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 1:04pmLed by a sixteen-year veteran of the Chicago Public Schools, this workshop will explore teaching and learning strategies that fully engage student learners and raise rigor in the inclusive classroom.
Enlightenment Hearing: European Philosophy and the American Constitution
Submitted by TimDaly on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 1:04pmThis interactive hearing engages participants in a historical role play to show how the nation's founders were influenced by European Enlightenment thinkers.
Vantage Point: One Window, Two Views
Submitted by TimDaly on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 1:04pmParticipants will see examples of historical events and how different each event is presented based on the writers involvement or affiliation. Strategies include literacy, art, and critical thinking.
Meeting the Needs of Diverse Learners through Graphic Novels
Submitted by TimDaly on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 1:04pmGraphic novels can be used effectively to meet the needs of diverse learners including English learners and students with special needs. Student-made graphic novels and rubrics will be shared.
The Convergence of Three Civilizations: An Explorationinto Interdisciplinary Instruction
Submitted by TimDaly on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 1:04pmExplore the possibilities of interdisciplinary instruction through a model unit: Three Civilizations Converging: Europe, Africa, and the Americas! Teacher-tested interdisciplinary strategies involving history, literacy, and visual arts will be modeled.
Social Studies to Infinity and Beyond
Submitted by TimDaly on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 1:04pmThe presentation will focus on creative strategies to teach U.S. History. The five strategies will be described and modeled by the presenters. Resources will be provided for the five strategies.
Using Digital Media: Content in Your Classroom in Just Seconds!
Submitted by TimDaly on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 1:04pmExplore the new interactive Digital Classroom created by the Newseum! Free to teachers, the site offers award-winning videos, viewing guides and lesson plans that help students become knowledgeable media consumers.
World of Change: Journey to Joburg, a South African Story
Submitted by TimDaly on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 1:04pmThe injustice and oppression of apartheid in South Africa left people of color with limited opportunities. Political pressure, access to education, and increasing opportunities have created an impetus for change.
Teaching about Global Interconnectedness and Interdependence by Using Literature
Submitted by TimDaly on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 1:04pmThis interactive session engages participants in discussing how to use literature in teaching about world cultures and global issues. Notable Social Studies Trade Books (2004 - 20011) will be discussed.
China's Minority Cultures Reflect Their Regional Environment
Submitted by TimDaly on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 1:03pmCulture reflects environment. China's cultural groups are discovered through students examining language, geographic location, economics, and customs to synthesize information in the creation of a three-dimensional museum exhibit.
