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Call for Nominations for Social Sciences Instructional Materials Evaluation Committee
February 1st, 2011 | Events, News | gladdeng | Comments Off
Call for Nominations for Social Sciences Instructional Materials Evaluation Committee The Department of Education is looking for nominations of teachers, curriculum specialists, and others who have interest and experience in the Social Sciences. Evaluations are scheduled for August 1-7, 2011and involves a 7-day or less commitment with travel reimbursement and a paid stipend. The group [...]

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Dr. Robert Miller’s Blog
November 5th, 2010 | Events, Resources, Workshop | gladdeng | Comments Off
If you would like to know more about the Doctrine of Discovery of or the current status of tribal sovereignty, check out Dr. Robert Miller’s blog. http://lawlib.lclark.edu/blog/native_america/

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Boise Conference Documents
August 27th, 2010 | Events, News, Workshop | gladdeng | Comments Off
Hello all, As we prepare for the upcoming school year, I am sure there are countless tasks to get done, lessons to plan and resources and material to collect. So we here at the grant thought it would be a terrific time to remind you of some exciting events in your near future. The Boise [...]

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Paul Weill’s Reading Strategies
January 22nd, 2010 | Events, Resources, Workshop | gladdeng | No Comments
If you enjoyed Paul Weill’s presentation, and would like to have his reading strategies in an editable form, download them below. Below are some reading strategies, primarily for textbook and primary sources, developed by Bill Rexford and Garrett GLadden for use in their classrooms.

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Texas State History Standards
January 20th, 2010 | Discussion, Events, Workshop | gladdeng | No Comments
As historians, we understand that history is constructed. And how we construct history deeply effects what then becomes socially accepted historical truths or popular historical narratives. This is hardly an area without controversy. The attached article describes a debate that is occurring in school districts across the United States. Respond with your thoughts, reactions. Follow [...]

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Cohort 1 – Robert Miller Discussion
January 11th, 2010 | Discussion, Events, News, Workshop | gladdeng | No Comments
The book “Native America, Discovered and Conquered” is an important work. Dr. Hatfield and myself are looking forward to the book discussion, but would like to start the conversation ahead of time. Please, on this page, list questions or insights you have on the work that you would like to discuss further. Also, feel free [...]

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Cohort 1 – Robert Miller
January 7th, 2010 | Events, News, Resources, Workshop | gladdeng | No Comments
In Native America, Discovered and Conquered: Thomas Jefferson, Lewis & Clark, and Manifest Destiny, Professor Robert Miller addresses the international legal principle called the Doctrine of Discovery and how that legal rule was used in American history and transformed into the American policy of Manifest Destiny. Professor Miller is our featured historian at the upcoming [...]

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Uniquely Oregon
November 12th, 2009 | Events, News | gladdeng | No Comments
A Conference on Oregon Government Friday, December 4 in Salem Registration Deadline is Friday, November 20 Teachers: Consider using a professional day for this don’t-miss event. The deadline is coming up (Nov. 20) so register now! Join teachers from across Oregon on Friday, December 4 to get an insider’s view of the halls of Oregon [...]

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Bringing History Life to Your Classroom
September 21st, 2009 | Events, News, features | gladdeng | No Comments
October 24, 2009 Meet Academic Content Standards Support Interdisciplinary Curriculum Utilize Primary Sources Learn Innovative Teaching Strategies Embassy Suites Portland Washington Square 900 SW Washington Square Rd Tigard, OR 97223

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TAH Summer Workshop
August 28th, 2009 | Events, News, features | gladdeng | No Comments
The TAH Summer Workshop was a rousing success. From presentations on technology and online resources to object based learning strategies, teachers were able to prepare for their upcoming school year with fresh ideas and tools. Click on the pictures below see teachers hard at work and a special presentation of object based lessons from Bob [...]

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