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Bonnie Palach replied to Elizabeth Hunt's discussion Final Projects - ARS - live here in History through the senses
"Whew!!  Just in the nick of time!!  Have a great summer"
Jun 14, 2014
Bonnie Palach replied to Elizabeth Hunt's discussion Article #2 Response in History through the senses
"http://www.npr.org/2013/04/16/176671432/creative-classes-an-artful-... Elizabeth Blair “ Creative Classes: An Artful Approach to Improving Performance” – NPR.org (a 3 part series)
I wonder why it is so difficult for some educators to remember…"
Jun 13, 2014
Bonnie Palach replied to Elizabeth Hunt's discussion Final Papers (not the ARS) go here in History through the senses
"History Through the Senses
Reflections
Bonnie Palach
June 2014
 
 
I am very pleased that I was able to take this class.  I am a strong advocate that history comes alive when using art, images, and music.  These arts reflect the true history of…"
Jun 13, 2014
Bonnie Palach replied to Elizabeth Hunt's discussion Day 3 Afternoon in Review in History through the senses
"I studied French, Spanish, and Education in college.  The only history classes that I took were History of the English Language and Alaska Native History.  I never, ever expected to teach history!  Because of the design of the Newcomers' classes, I…"
Jun 13, 2014
Bonnie Palach replied to Elizabeth Hunt's discussion Day 4 Afternoon Reflection in History through the senses
"This fourth day of class was bittersweet.  It was such a kick to see the Osmonds, the Jackson 5, and the days of disco.  Then to try to do the Hustle.  I am so glad I am not being graded on my dancing ability!  I can laugh at myself, though,…"
Jun 13, 2014
Bonnie Palach replied to Elizabeth Hunt's discussion Day 1 Article Review in History through the senses
"http://www.soundpiper.com/mln/historical.htm  “Historical and Cultural Context” by Carla Piper – Soundpiper.com

This was an excellent article with great resources cited at the end of the article.  I especially appreciated the information about…"
May 31, 2014
Bonnie Palach replied to Elizabeth Hunt's discussion Day 4 Morning Reflection in History through the senses
"I am still shocked that the US government felt so threatened by freedom of expression that they decided to form a group to design acceptable dances.  Good grief!!  On the other hand, however, there were enough "rebels" during this period of time to…"
May 30, 2014
Bonnie Palach replied to Elizabeth Hunt's discussion Day 3 Morning Review in History through the senses
"The Lucky Seven Dance is a wonderful way to visualize the whole concept of pioneers travelling in a covered wagon, and needing to cooperate to work together as a complete team.  I also loved listening to Home On the Range.  It evokes the image of…"
May 29, 2014
Bonnie Palach replied to Elizabeth Hunt's discussion Day 1 Afternoon Reflection in History through the senses
"This brought back memories of many afternoons dancing with my nerdy Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) buddies in college.  Dancing, singing, watching the fighting...good times!  At any rate, the song "O Magnum Mysterium" was beautiful.  I think…"
May 28, 2014
Bonnie Palach replied to Stephanie Campbell's discussion Day 1 Morning reflection in History through the senses
"Comparing works of art and clothing from different regions is a great way to illustrate the significance of the different environments on the lifestyles of the indigenous people.  I love the activity of the students describing the photos and coming…"
May 28, 2014
Bonnie Palach replied to Stephanie Campbell's discussion Welcomes in History through the senses
"Hi!  My name is Bonnie Palach.  I was born in Sandstone, MN, but moved to Alaska with my family in 1965.  I love living and teaching here.  I teach at the Newcomers' Center which is part of ASD and located at Wendler Middle School.  I was a tutor…"
May 28, 2014
Bonnie Palach replied to Stephanie Campbell's discussion Day 2 -Afternoon - Negro Spirituals / Civil War in History through the senses
"While teaching students who are new immigrants from all over the world and who don't speak English, it is fascinating to bring up the whole concept of slavery in the US.  The students from Dominican Republic relate to slavery, because their…"
May 28, 2014
Bonnie Palach replied to Stephanie Campbell's discussion Day 2 Morning - Colonialism and Revolution in History through the senses
"I enjoyed learning the waltz.  I would have to have one of my students count off, but I would love to do this with my students.  I have relatively small classes, so I think I could make it work.  It makes me think of the time that my co- teacher…"
May 28, 2014