Northern Illinois University
The College of Liberal Arts & Sciences announces a one-day
professional development conference as part of the
"New Ideas" series
Professional Development in
Social Studies and History:
Social Movements and Civic Engagement
"Social movements are at once the symptoms and the instruments of progress. Ignore them and statesmanship is irrelevant; fail to use them and it is weak,"
~ Walter Lippmann
Holmes Student Center, DeKalb, Illinois
Friday, March 23, 2012
8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Conference Faculty
Stanley Arnold, Ph.D., Temple University
J.D. Bowers, Ph.D., Indiana University
Nancy Castle, Ph.D., Northern Illinois University
Rosemary Feurer, Ph.D., Washington University, St. Louis
Beatrix Hoffman, Ph.D., Rutgers University
Lois Self, Ph.D., University of Wisconsin, Madison
Whether you are a first-time New Ideas participant or a returning colleague, this professional development day will provide you with opportunities to explore new subjects, bring teaching resources to your classroom, and collaborate with others.
TENTATIVE PROGRAM
8 - 8:30 a.m.
Check In and Registration, Holmes Student Center, Capitol Room (main floor)
8:30 - 8:45 a.m.
Welcome
Chris McCord, Dean, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Anne Petty Johnson, Director, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences External Programming
8:45 - 10:50 a.m.
"Social Movements in the U.S. - Historical and Contemporary Perspectives"
This workshop will begin with a focus on rhetorical perspectives of social movements, what "moves" in movements, definitional issues--when is it a "movement"--and models or perspectives for analysis. The workshop will present information on historical social movements that can be incorporated into lesson plans and class activities. Presenters will also discuss the historical and social contexts of recent protest movements, including the Tea Party and Occupy Wall Street. Participants in this workshop can expect interaction, discussion, activities and information they can bring back to the classroom.
Workshop Presenters:
Stanley Arnold, Assistant Professor, Department of History
J.D. Bowers, University Coordinator of Teacher Certification and Associate Professor, Department of History
Rosemary Feurer, Associate Professor, Department of History
Beatrix Hoffman, Chair and Associate Professor, Department of History
Lois Self, Professor Emerita, Department of Communication
10:50 - 11 a.m.
Break
11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
"Social Movements in the U.S. - Historical and Contemporary Perspectives" - Continued
12 - 12:45 p.m.
Networking Lunch
12:50 - 2:30 p.m.
"Service Learning and Civic Engagement"
This workshop will address the use of service-learning as a teaching tool for developing greater awareness and broader perspective of social issues and a sense of agency regarding civic engagement to effect change. Working from a social justice model for service-learning including critical consciousness development, participants will learn effective service-learning strategies and will leave with models and examples they can adapt to their own settings.
Workshop Presenter:
Nancy Castle, Professor, NGOLD, Center for NGO Leadership and Development
What teachers have said about past "New Ideas" programs:
"Finally a workshop right up my alley," Ellain Gallis, Waukegan High School
"Lively speakers. I thought I knew a lot...wow was I surprised. I'm excited to return to my classrooms," E. Marie Schaver, Belvidere High School
"The knowledge held by the speakers was terrific. I enjoyed their presentations," Merla Hammack, Sycamore Middle School
"Excellent resources provided; knowledgeable presenters," Randy Harper, Maine West High School
Why Attend?
This program gives you an opportunity to meet with colleagues from other educational institutions, learn about successful teaching projects, and hear the latest findings from thought-provoking Northern Illinois University scholars. NIU professors and other professionals working in the academic disciplines will share new ideas to supplement your classroom curriculum.
You will:
- Gain information and perspectives about teaching to today's students.
- Experience effective teaching methods that help students learn.
- Receive ideas and materials from faculty to use as references when you return to your school.
- Network with other attendees as you explore new ideas and expand your professional horizons.
Recertification - CPDUs: You will receive a certificate documenting six Continuing Professional Development Units for your participation. Northern Illinois University is an approved provider of professional development activities. This documentation will assist you in your individual recertification plans.
General Information: Enrollements are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. If reservations exceed conference limits, a waiting list will be established. Late registrations will be accepted if space is available. Registration is confirmed by payment. If the conference must be canceled due to unforeseen circumstances, you will receive a full refund. All facilities are ADA approved.
Cancellations/Refunds: Requests for refunds are accepted if written notification is received by 4:30 p.m., March 15 (refunds will be issued minus a $25 processing fee). No refunds issued for cancellations received after 4:30 p.m., March 15. Substitutions of registrants may be made, without penalty, anytime prior to the program's commencement.
Location: NIU is in DeKalb, 65 miles west of Chicago (one mile north of I-88), 45 miles southeast of Rockford. A map will be sent with your confirmation.
Parking: A visitor's parking lot is located close to the Holmes Student Center. A campus map is sent with your confirmation plus you can mention the conference to park FREE in the visitor parking lot.
Visit www.niu.edu/clasep for more information about our upcoming programs for 2012.
Four Ways to Register:
- PHONE 1-800-345-9472 or (815) 753-0277 to register with a credit card. TTY/TYY callers, phone (815) 753-2000 and ask to be connected with "Outreach".
- FAX your form to (815) 753-6900 to register with a credit card.
- MAIL your completed registration form with check to: University Outreach Services, Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, Illinois 60115-2860.
- ONLINE at www.niu.edu/clasep/conference/newideas/nissh032312/index.shtml