Upcoming Events

History and Geography – Making It Work:

A one-day workshop focusing on the new grades 3-5 standards, AP Human Geography, and geospatial technologies in the classroom (grades 3-12)

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Global Perspectives in the World History, Geography, and Current Issues Classroom

​June 6-7, 2019 | 8:30 am-3:00 pm | Oxford, MS

APA/APF/Oregon State University Psychological Science
Workshop for High School Psychology Teachers

“Kaleidoscope” - An Educational Tour through German History July 03–19
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2018–2019 Professional Development Opportunity for Tennessee Social Studies and Humanities Teachers:

“Teaching China and East Asia in Middle and High Schools”

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Answering the Call: Tennesseans in World War I

For the 2017-2018 school year, the Library & Archives education team has selected World War I as the topic for our teacher workshop series. Focusing on the analysis of primary sources in classroom instruction, this workshop will explore the various ways Tennesseans participated in the war and how the war's development impacted Tennesseans, both at home and abroad. Topics include reasons for American entry into war, doughboy experiences, the home front, and new technology. 

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Summer Institutes: Teaching the Humanities through Art

​Be inspired this summer! Attend one of the Smithsonian American Art Museum's week-long institutes in Washington, D.C., July 8 – 11 or July 22 – 26, 2019. Join educators from across the country for an exciting exploration of the connections among American art, social studies and English/language arts. Museum professionals lead participants in interactive content sessions, gallery talks, and hands-on activities that use American art to make interdisciplinary connections and foster critical thinking skills. Participants will become confident in their ability to integrate art into their curriculum, share lesson ideas, and leave with a tool kit of resources they can put to use in the classroom. Priority will be given to social studies and English/language arts teachers for grades 6-12. Teachers may apply as individuals or as part of a team.
  • Application Deadline: March 31, 2019
  • Cost: $200 per participant. 
 
A limited number of $500 scholarships are available to help cover travel costs, and a low-cost housing option is offered through a local university. Graduate credits will be available at an additional cost.
 
For more information and the online application please visit:
https://americanart.si.edu/education/k-12/professional-development/summer-institute