SW MN OFFERINGS
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proceed with registration. Please be aware that the same workshops are
offered both in the southeast region and in the southwest region.
BE SURE TO REGISTER FOR THE SESSION IN YOUR REGION (SE or SW).
Topical Workshop #1:
Civil War & Reconstruction
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Nov. 5 (Wednesday) in
Marshall, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Lunch will be provided.
Spend the day exploring the tumultuous years of the Civil War and its
aftermath. Walk away with a lesson to use on the Civil War, after modeling a
lesson that two cohort teachers created for their middle school students.
Professor Jeffrey Kolnick of Southwest Minnesota State University will
discuss the impact of the war and reconstruction efforts on the nation, and
lead a discussion of suggested readings. Also hear about Minnesota’s place
in the war from Stephen
Osman, former site manager of Fort Snelling and Civil War re-enactor of many
years.
Northern Lights Workshop:
Dec. 5 (Friday) in
Marshall, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Lunch will be provided.
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Minnesota is one of the
only states in the nation with a textbook created by the state's historical
society: Northern Lights: The Stories of Minnesota's Past. At this workshop,
attendees will get to know this hands-on curriculum and will walk away with
ideas that can be implemented right away. Sessions include an overview of
the curriculum's components, photos from Northern Lights classrooms, a demo
lesson from the curriculum, an overview of MHS' popular online resources,
and an artifact-rich field trip lesson led by History Center staff.
Topical Workshop #2: Dakota War & American Indian Policy
SW-106 Jan. 6 (Tuesday) in
Marshall, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Lunch will be provided.
What was the outcome of the Dakota War for Minnesota’s Dakota people? How
has the relationship between the United States government and American
Indian groups changed since America started pushing westward? Spend a day
learning the answer to these and many other questions about boarding
schools, relocation, reservations, and legal rights of American Indian
people in Minnesota during this period. Participate in a demonstration
lesson that a cohort teacher created for his or her classroom, and walk away
with a lesson to use in your classroom.
Topical Workshop #3: The Emergence of Modern America 1900-1920’s
Jan 24
(Saturday morning) in Marshall, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
The turn of the century was an
exciting time in America. Joan Gittens, Professor of History at
Southwest Minnesota State University, will spend the morning
discussing cultural and social changes taking place from the 1870’s
–1920’s. During this time period people witnessed rapid changes in
transportation, communication, and technologies that affected
everyday life. In addition, new roles for women and changing race
relations all contributed to the social reforms that defined this
dynamic era. Enhance your knowledge of the Progressive Era, and
participate in a model lesson that is ready for you to use in your
classroom the next week!
Topical Workshop #4: America Becomes a World Power
Feb. 12 (Thursday) in Marshall, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Lunch will be
provided.
Spend the day exploring
imperialism and foreign affairs, during the period when America became a
world power. Professor Matthew Lindamann from Winona State University will
discuss the emerging role that the United States played in world events in
the late 19th and early 20th century, focusing specifically on World War I.
The day will include a discussion of suggested readings, and a model lesson
for you to try with your students!
