This three-day workshop for teachers from across the U.S., held in conjunction with the National Archives and the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS), focuses on the development of classroom activities that utilize both visual images and primary source documents as teaching tools in ways that sharpen students' skills and enthusiasm for history, social studies, and the humanities. The workshop meets daily from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm and takes place at both the Smithsonian American Art Museum and the National Archives. The content focus will be on the U.S. Constitution as we celebrate the 225th anniversary of its ratification. Registration through NCSS is now available at NCSS's conference registration page.
Education
Professional Development Workshops
Teacher Programs Coordinator, Suzannah Niepold, giving a tour during a recent workshop.
Register for two one-day Professional Development Workshops and enter "PDWS" as a coupon code during checkout to receive 50% off any additional one-day Workshops.
Why are we charging for our one-day workshops?
Enjoy time in the galleries with a museum educator for your next professional development! Designed for classroom teachers, these sessions bring the museum collection to life for use in your classroom. Educational materials and refreshments are provided at each session.
In addition to our scheduled onsite workshops, we are able to accommodate groups for customized in-service days, or offer a workshop anywhere via real-time videoconference. For more information, send an email to AmericanArtEducation@si.edu.
Upcoming Professional Development Opportunities
Teaching with Documents & Works of Art
An Integrated Approach: Focus on the Constitution
Date: Mon., July 16 – Wed., July 18, 2012
Time: 9:00a.m.– 4:00p.m.
Cost: $200 (covers coffee, lunches, teaching materials)
Interested in participating in a week-long teacher professional development experience? Consider the Clarice Smith National Teacher Institutes.
Why are we charging for our one-day workshops?
Due to increasing demand for our teacher programs, we are instituting a small charge for Professional Development Workshops. This charge will help us better serve our teachers by ensuring that everyone who registers has committed to attending and is guaranteed a place in the workshop and a full set of materials. We thank you for your understanding.
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