Secondary Level-High School
The Secret History of U.S. Relations with Latin America
Submitted by TimDaly on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 12:59pmExplore the story you don't know. Join the Department of State for an eye-opening journey into our relations with Latin America. This session will change your perspective and your mind!
Current Events in the Digital Classroom: Teaching Beyond the Whiteboard
Submitted by TimDaly on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 12:59pmLearn to use digital technology and social media to get your students excited about global news and extend your civics curriculum while helping students avoid the pitfalls of the Web.
Lateral Power: Geography of the Third Industrial Revolution
Submitted by TimDaly on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 12:59pmThe first two Industrial Revolutions are well known. Now connect and map the Third Industrial Revolution. Witness lateral power's influence on your students, your teaching and our world.
Picture This: Exploring Cultural Geography through Photovoice
Submitted by TimDaly on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 12:59pmPhotovoice is an approach where students take photographs to document their interest / understanding of a concept. This presentation explores how to use photographs to engage students and promote activism.
U.S. Foreign Policy & Global Issues: Student-to-Student Deliberation Format
Submitted by TimDaly on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 12:59pmEncourage students to think critically, voice views productively and weigh U.S. foreign policy and global issues from multiple perspectives. Participants will practice strategies and discuss classroom applications. Handouts.
21st Century Citizenship - Innovative Practices for Today's World
Submitted by TimDaly on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 12:59pmCome see how the Partnership for 21st Century Skills has teamed up with the Campaign for the Civic Mission of Schools and NCSS to re-energize "citizenship" for the 21st Century.
History Alive: Civil Rights through Documentary Storytelling and Primary Sources
Submitted by TimDaly on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 12:59pmThrough screening and discussion of a 30-minute documentary on civil rights educator John A. Stokes, new ideas will be offered in teaching civic engagement through use of primary sources.
The Global Market for Energy
Submitted by TimDaly on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 12:59pmNew technology and changing attitudes toward fossil fuels, nuclear,and green energy are changing the global energy market. What is the impact on US and Global economy?
Integrating LGBTQ Topics into the Social Studies Curriculum
Submitted by TimDaly on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 12:59pmThe presenters will provide session attendees with various teaching methods for incorporating LGBTQ topics into the social studies classroom with a focus on teaching for equity in a democratic society.
There is an App for That: iPads and Social Studies
Submitted by TimDaly on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 12:59pmThis interactive session demonstrates the power of the iPad as an educational tool. Gain insights of the iPad’s use as a presentation aid for student learning through hands-on activities.
