Session
What Does it Mean to Be Media Savvy?
Submitted by TimDaly on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 12:59pmBecome a critical consumer of the news by examining where it comes from and how it is disseminated.
Three Zesty Ways to Spark Student Interest in the Past
Submitted by TimDaly on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 12:59pmWorld history students may show a need for new ways to care about events or people from earlier generations. Come see three ways to spark and involve your secondary learners.
Creative Connections: Exploring Global Issues through Art
Submitted by TimDaly on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 12:59pmEnhance students' understanding of complex global issues through integrated visual arts. This presentation offers classroom based art activities exploring environmental issues, trade, quality of life, resources and other global concerns.
Using Technology to Prepare Pre-Service Teachers for a Global Perspective
Submitted by TimDaly on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 12:59pmPresenters will share a digitally mediated global learning project required for pre-service teachers at two universities. All participants will received complimentary resources for fostering a global perspective in their classrooms.
Writing a Simulation - How to Engage a Diverse Group
Submitted by TimDaly on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 12:59pmThis presentation by two high school history teachers will help practitioners identify the key elements of a simulation, as well as the ways to differentiate preparatory readings and role responsibilities.
I'm Not a Reading Teacher, I'm a Social Studies Teacher!
Submitted by TimDaly on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 12:59pmHow do I teach reading without professional development to attain mastery of the reading process? This high energy hands-on workshop will provide strategies to develop comprehension, vocabulary and fluency.
Free Professional Development for All from the Library of Congress
Submitted by TimDaly on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 12:59pmLearn about the Library's unique make-and-take professional development system centered on building inquiry-based learning experiences that integrate primary sources into a variety of content areas. For building or district level.
Contagion, Quarantines, and Cures in History: Case Study, Eurasian Frontier
Submitted by TimDaly on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 12:59pmHistorical efforts to control, contain, and cure the spread of disease have affected international relations and domestic political/social policies. The juncture of Asia and Europe provides an important case study.
Evidence-Based Argumentation: Student-Centered Social Studies Classrooms
Submitted by TimDaly on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 12:59pmEvidence-Based Argumentation is a student-centered teaching technique that builds argumentation skills in all disciplines. The workshop will highlight the importance of student-centered teaching and engage participants in several EBA activities.
Psychology & Social Justice: Activities to Promote Excellence to Equity
Submitted by TimDaly on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 12:59pmLearn activities to teach cross-cultural and positive psychology to help students understand social justice. These activities provide a rich opportunity to learn psychology and promote social engagement.



