Paul Weill’s Reading Strategies
January 22, 2010
If you enjoyed Paul Weill’s presentation, and would like to have his reading strategies in an editable form, download them below.
Before Reading I (102)Below are some reading strategies, primarily for textbook and primary sources, developed by Bill Rexford and Garrett GLadden for use in their classrooms.
Textbook Reading Guide (63)
Texas State History Standards
January 20, 2010
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.
Texas History Standards Article (79)Follow the rest of the story here:
Dr. Kevin Hatfield wrote the following:
I thought this recent controversy over the proposed adoption of a new social studies curriculum “standard” in Texas would offer a timely and relevant case study for our continuing examination of historiography with the teachers.
The proposed standard states: “Explain actions taken by people from different racial, ethnic, gender and religious groups to expand economic opportunities and political rights in American society.” The standard largely represents the last 30 years of “New Social History” and reflects scholarship such as Quintard Taylor’s “Racial Frontier” Thesis. Incidentally, the standard also embodies our own “American Dreams” and “Expanding Democracy” themes.
It would also add to our earlier conversation of the proposed Florida Bill we performed during the first weekend workshop. You also mentioned that Paul expressed his interest in incorporating Robert Miller’s _Native America_ into his workshop.
Robert Miller Discussion
January 11, 2010
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 to respond to each other posts. Dr. Hatfield will be monitoring the page and will use it to structure the discussion.
First Question/Post:
I am curious as to how this work is connected to the James Loewen, Lies My Teacher Told Me, and David Lewis’s talk.
Your ideas?
Go to the TAH Discussion Forum to participate and respond or leave a comment here.
Robert Miller
January 7, 2010
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 TAH weekend workshop. Below are some resources that may aid in reading his book and in understanding the doctrine of discovery.
http://www.indiancountrytoday.com/opinion/52646107.html
Doctrine of Discovery Presentation (48)
Uniquely Oregon
November 12, 2009
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 government. From those who make laws to those who interpret them, this conference features officials from every branch. It is a day filled with everything we ever wanted to know ab.out Oregon government from the mouths of the folks we put there.
Just what does the State Treasurer do? Ben Westlund will tell you. How about the legislature? Senate President Peter Courtney knows. What about the Chief Justice of the Oregon Supreme Court. Just ask Paul DeMuniz. Ben, Peter, and Paul will all be there.
Concurrent workshops:
* for teachers of upper elementary grades through high school;
* heavy on content but some strategy, too;
* on landmark Oregon cases led by Supreme Court justices;
* about how the legislature really works according to the legislators – lobbyists, too;
* and much, much more!
Conference Fee (registration deadline is Friday, November 20)
* $50 – One Teacher
* $40 – Per teacher for 2+ teachers from the same school
* $10 – Currently enrolled full-time undergraduate or graduate student
* ADD $25 – Late registration fee (after November 20)
Other Goodies
* Giveaways for all participants
* $50 travel stipend offered for teachers traveling 150+ miles roundtrip (contact CLP if travel requires an overnight stay)
* PDUs available
* Option to receive 0.5 credit from Lewis & Clark College
Click here to learn more and register!
Bringing History Life to Your Classroom
September 21, 2009
October 24, 2009
- Meet Academic Content Standards
- Support Interdisciplinary Curriculum
- Utilize Primary Sources
- Learn Innovative Teaching Strategies
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TAH Summer Workshop
August 28, 2009
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 Boyd.
Bill and Kathy Discuss the Grant
August 28, 2009
Bill and Kathy sat down to discuss what the grant means to Central Oregon, teachers and students
Rendezvous Response
May 8, 2009
Hi Deb. I loved last night’s get together! Inspiring teachers! Thanks for putting it on!
The names of the primary source books I recommend for the group are:
Ordinary Americans: US History through the eyes of everyday people
Edited by Linda R. Monk
Opposing Viewpoints in American History: From Reconstruction to the Present
Edited by William Dudley
Also, if people join World Affairs Council of Oregon, they can borrow boxes full of artifacts on all sorts of social studies topics like the ones Bob Boyd is making locally. They’ll ship them from Portland for teachers to check out for about a month.
Thanks,
Amy
Jesse Rasmussen
April 8, 2009
