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SUMMARY:Reform Movements & the Declaration: Women’s Rights
DESCRIPTION:Discover how the Declaration of Independence inspired the women’s rights movement. This webinar explores the ways reformers challenged the nation to live up to its promise of liberty and equality\, examining key campaigns\, speeches\, and writings that connected the struggle for gender equality to the ideals of 1776. Social studies educators will gain a deeper understanding of the historical roots of reform and how these ideas continue to shape American society today.  \nOur live teacher webinars provide content-rich and interactive professional development through conversation.  We’ll share a reading packet with registrants several weeks before the event and provide space for early discussion between participants.  The documents\, pre-seminar conversation\, and questions asked in the discussion board are vital to shaping the direction of the panelists’ conversation.  Audience members ask questions during the event\, comment in the lively chat\, and share resources and ideas. \nOur online seminars meet monthly on select Saturday mornings from 10.45 am–12 pm ET. Those who remain digitally present for the duration of the conversation will receive an attendance letter from Teaching American History for 1.25 hours of professional development.
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SUMMARY:The Progressive Critique of the Declaration of Independence
DESCRIPTION:Explore how early 20th-century Progressives challenged the ideals of the Declaration. This webinar examines debates over imperialism\, the role of the government\, and eugenics\, revealing how these controversies reshaped ideas of liberty\, citizenship\, and America’s role in the world. Perfect for social studies educators looking to bring the complexities of history to life in the classroom. \nOur live teacher webinars provide content-rich and interactive professional development through conversation.  We’ll share a reading packet with registrants several weeks before the event and provide space for early discussion between participants.  The documents\, pre-seminar conversation\, and questions asked in the discussion board are vital to shaping the direction of the panelists’ conversation.  Audience members ask questions during the event\, comment in the lively chat\, and share resources and ideas. \nOur online seminars meet monthly on select Saturday mornings from 10.45 am–12 pm ET. Those who remain digitally present for the duration of the conversation will receive an attendance letter from Teaching American History for 1.25 hours of professional development.
URL:https://teachingamericanhistory.org/event/the-progressive-critique-of-the-declaration-of-independence/
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SUMMARY:Slavery & the Declaration: Voices of Conflict
DESCRIPTION:Step into the summer of 1776 and uncover the story behind America’s iconic Declaration of Independence. In this webinar\, we’ll trace Jefferson’s thought from first to final draft\, explore the role of the Committee of Five\, and dive into the politics of the Second Continental Congress. Perfect for social studies educators who want to bring the drama\, debate\, and daring ideas of the Revolution to life in their classrooms.  \nOur live teacher webinars provide content-rich and interactive professional development through conversation.  We’ll share a reading packet with registrants several weeks before the event and provide space for early discussion between participants.  The documents\, pre-seminar conversation\, and questions asked in the discussion board are vital to shaping the direction of the panelists’ conversation.  Audience members ask questions during the event\, comment in the lively chat\, and share resources and ideas. \nOur online seminars meet monthly on select Saturday mornings from 10.45 am–12 pm ET. Those who remain digitally present for the duration of the conversation will receive an attendance letter from Teaching American History for 1.25 hours of professional development.
URL:https://teachingamericanhistory.org/event/slavery-and-the-declarationvoices-of-conflict/
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SUMMARY:Inside the Writing of the Declaration of Independence
DESCRIPTION:Step into the summer of 1776 and uncover the story behind America’s iconic Declaration of Independence. In this webinar\, we’ll trace Jefferson’s thought from first to final draft\, explore the role of the Committee of Five\, and dive into the politics of the Second Continental Congress. Perfect for social studies educators who want to bring the drama\, debate\, and daring ideas of the Revolution to life in their classrooms.  \n  \nOur live teacher webinars provide content-rich and interactive professional development through conversation.  We’ll share a reading packet with registrants several weeks before the event and provide space for early discussion between participants.  The documents\, pre-seminar conversation\, and questions asked in the discussion board are vital to shaping the direction of the panelists’ conversation.  Audience members ask questions during the event\, comment in the lively chat\, and share resources and ideas. \nOur online seminars meet monthly on select Saturday mornings from 10.45 am–12 pm ET. Those who remain digitally present for the duration of the conversation will receive an attendance letter from Teaching American History for 1.25 hours of professional development.
URL:https://teachingamericanhistory.org/event/insidethewritingofthedeclaration/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online
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SUMMARY:Jefferson: The Statesman
DESCRIPTION:“May [the Declaration] be to the world . . . the signal of arousing men to burst the chains under which monkish ignorance and superstition had persuaded them to bind themselves\, and to assume the blessings and security of self-government.” \n-Thomas Jefferson\, letter to Roger C. Weightman\, 1826 \nJefferson lives!  Join us on this chilly December morning as we review Jefferson’s legacy and role in American history. \nTeaching American History’s online seminars occur monthly on select Saturdays from 10:45am-12pm ET.  A reading packet containing excerpts for discussion\, a pre-seminar discussion board\, a link to the seminar recording and relevant primary sources will be made available to registrants. \nFor professional development purposes\, attendees will receive acknowledgement of their digital presence.  So—grab your biggest coffee mug\, put your feet up and join us for a stimulating conversation between friends!
URL:https://teachingamericanhistory.org/event/jefferson-the-statesman/
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SUMMARY:Jefferson: The Atheist?
DESCRIPTION:“The moral certainty therefore is that there will be an Anti-federal Majority in the Ensuing Legislature\, and this very high probability is that this will bring Jefferson into the Chief Magistracy . . . the scruples of delicacy and propriety . . . ought not to hinder the taking of a legal and constitutional step\, to prevent an Atheist in Religion and a Fanatic in politics from getting possession of the helm of the State . . . ” \n-Alexander Hamilton\, letter to John Jay\, May 1800 \nJoin us as we take a deep dive into the mudslinging politics of the 1790s and Jefferson’s role in the contentious election of 1800.  \nTeaching American History’s online seminars occur monthly on select Saturdays from 10:45am-12pm ET.  A reading packet containing excerpts for discussion\, a pre-seminar discussion board\, a link to the seminar recording and relevant primary sources will be made available to registrants. Download the readings here! \nFor professional development purposes\, attendees will receive acknowledgement of their digital presence.  So—grab your biggest coffee mug\, put your feet up and join us for a stimulating conversation between friends! \nOur Special Guest Panelist for this event is Christine McDonald.
URL:https://teachingamericanhistory.org/event/jefferson-the-atheist/
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