June 2008
June 16, 2008 - July 9, 2008
Knowing History, Thinking Historically. Teaching American History Institute for SJUSD
8:30 - 3:30 (No class meeting on July 4)
This summer marks the final institue for the Knowing History, Thinking Historically Teaching American History Grant with San Juan Unified School District. 5th-, 8th-, and 11th-grade teachers will convene at CSUS to analyze "Constitutional Frameworks," this year's theme. Led by CSUS historians, teachers will explore the development of the document, how it organizes our government, and historical events that demonstrate conflicting interpretations of the document. History Project leadership will present strategies for increasing students' historical thinking and academic literacy. Aided by graduate student research assistants and History Project leadership, teachers will develop historical investigations for their classrooms rich with primary sources and engaging strategies.
June 23, 2008 - June 27, 2008
Research and Curriculum Development Institute
8:30-4:00
Participants will set their own goals and research agendas for the library and research facilities at the University, with support from a Research Assistant. Each day, teachers will share their findings and problems with research colleagues.
$175.00
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June 25, 2008 - June 27, 2008
Migration & Immigration in U.S. History
The Hannerly Hotel, San Francisco
The three-day seminar developed exclusively for teachers traveling with Maricopa County's TAH grant features outstanding lesson plans and talks from historians.