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Final Papers (not the ARS) go here
It's been a busy 4-days! Thank you for your enthusiasm and participation!! We hope that the ideas we shared will be useful to you and your students as you study American History!!
Read more…Day 4 Afternoon Reflection
1970s - Modern Times --- Thank you for sharing this class with us! We value your reflections and feedback and classroom connections!
Read more…Day 4 Morning Reflection
World War II, 1950s & 1960s -- so much there. Lots to think about and talk about! What are your thoughts?
Read more…Article #2 Response
Day 3 Articles
From this list, please choose one article to read. Your reflection to this article needs to include the author and title of the article and insights/responses/ideas gained from the article.
Please post your response on the Ning – under
Read more…Day 3 Afternoon in Review
"We reach the 20th Century and it all falls apart" =) -- 1900 - 1930s -- Charleston, One-Step, Examining Women's Roles, "Nobody Knows You When You Are Down and Out" & "Black and Tan Fantasy"
Read more…Day 3 Morning Review
We covered the 1800s - Westward Expansion and Pioneer Era. We danced "Jump Jim Joe", "Lucky Seven" and the "Turkey Dance". We looked at "Home on the Range" and listened to "Maple Leaf Rag". Our media examples were "Obituary of the Pioneer Woman" a
Read more…Day 1 Afternoon Reflection
Please comment on insights, classroom applications and/or ahas from the Renaissance and Baroque eras.
Read more…Day 1 Article Review
Please select one article from the following list. (Copy/paste the link - if they aren't clickable=]) In your response, please include the title and author and your reflection of the article.
Inseparable” by Grace Rubenstein – Edutopia.org
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Kudos & Updates!
Hi everyone,
Thank you again for your enthusiasm and connections (both personal and narrative) during the last two days! It was great to meet you and dance together! We will read and comment on your posts, as well as your final projects. If you run i
Read more…WWII, 1950s, 1960s, Nuclear Age
From Swing to Stroll to Twist! With Bill Haley and the Comets, Chubby Checker & The Rolling Stones! Classroom connections? Please share.
Read more…Westward Movement/Pioneers (1800 - 1900)
A great start to day 2! Please comment on this era - how would you use this time period and songs and dances in your classroom? (Jump Jim Joe, Lucky Seven, Playparties, Stars and Stripes Forever, Ragtime, Home on the Range)
Read more…Negro Spirituals/Civil War (1861-1865)
This reflection is optional for you. If you would like to share insights, connections or lesson ideas about this era please share them here. (Quadrille, African Movement w/Noemia, Battle Hymn of the Republic, Wade in the Water, Cakewalk). Thanks f
Read more…Colonial/Revolution Era
Please share your "ah-has", classroom connections or lesson integration ideas from this era. (Jefferson & Liberty, Chester, Waltz)
Read more…Welcome & Introductions
Hello everyone!
Stephanie and I are eagerly excited to come to Bethel! We are looking forward to a terrific weekend with you, exploring American history through music and dance.
A bit about me:
I was born and raised in Anchorage where I've taught for 1
Read more…Real-life Application & On-Going Conversations
Please add share insights as you teach and make fantastic connections with your students! Let's continue to build a treasure trove of primary sources!
Read more…Final Projects
Thank you for a terrific journey through our history through the lens of music and dance!! Please make sure to include your last name in the document name of your final project!
Bravo!
Read more…Song Lyrics
Hi everyone,
Here is the full compilation of the song lyrics for our class. (Complete with Chester and Battle Hymn of the Republic =])
Thank you for a terrific first day! I appreciate your willingness to participate!
Read more…Modern Age - Disco/Hip-Hop/Modern Era Reflections
Please share insights, reflections and teaching connections from the Modern Age - Disco/Hip Hop/Modern Era.
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