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Teaching with Documents and Works of Art: An Integrated Approach - Focus on "Photography as Art and Document"

Event Sponsor: Other Association or Organization

Event Type: Seminar/Workshop

Primary Category: Professional Development

Sub-Category: Teachers

Event Dates: 7/22/2013 through 7/24/2013

Brief Description: National Archives Building and Smithsonian American Art Museum in Washington, D.C. Get a first-hand introduction to the holdings, resources, and programs of the U.S. National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) and the Smithsonian American Art Museum (SAAM).

Workshop attendees will participate in and develop classroom activities that utilize both visual images and primary source documents as teaching tools in ways that sharpen students' skills and enthusiasm for history, social studies, and the humanities. They will also participate in hands-on activities related to historical photography processes.

Fee: $200 (includes coffee, lunch, teaching resources and course materials). Participants must cover their own housing and transportation costs.

Location: National Archives Building and Smithsonian American Art Museum

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City: Washington

State:DC

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