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The History Channel Announces "Take A Veteran to School Day," A New National Initiative
Modern Marvels: The Manhattan Project, Monday, October 1st at 7PM/6c
The Universe: The End of the Earth, Tuesday, October 2nd at 9PM/8c
Announcing an Exciting New Web Resource from ABC-CLIO, The HistoryChannel, and National History Day entitled History and the Headlines: Sputnik Escalates the Cold War
Applications Now Being Accepted for Cable's Leaders in Learning Awards
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The History Channel Announces "Take A Veteran to School Day," A New National Initiative
The History Channel has developed a Take A Veteran to School Day campaign to link veterans of all ages with young people in our schools and communities. This nationwide initiative will help strengthen ties in your communities and bring history to life in classrooms. The History Channel is encouraging educators and parents throughout the country to organize events at their schools in the weeks leading up to Monday, November 12th, the official Veterans Day holiday. To learn more about how to organize a Take a Veteran to School event at your school or in your community, log on to veterans.com. This website includes How-To Guides, participation forms, curriculum for grades K-12, and background information about the history of Veterans Day.
This campaign is not only celebratory or commemorative, there are clear links to classroom course units and lesson plans. The Storyof Veterans Day – a 25-minute documentary produced in conjunction with the U.S. Department of Education – is accompanied by a teacher'sguide, has been linked to state standards and is available on the website via streaming video. A teacher's guide to this program is available on the website as well. This site also includes oral history guidelines, links to non-profit organizations, and other resources. If you would like any more information, please email us at vetrans@aetn.com
Note: Calling all educators and parents in Alaska, Arkansas, Delaware, Maine, Mississippi, Montana, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Utah, Wyoming! We would like to have participation for this program from all 50 states and still need schools from your states to sign up. Please fill out the participation form at veterans.com and sign on for Take A Veteran to School Day!
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Modern Marvels: The Manhattan Project
Monday, October 1st at 7PM/6c
At 5:30 a.m., July 16, 1945, scientists and dignitaries awaited the detonation of the first atomic bomb in a desolate area of the New Mexico desert aptly known as "Jornada del Muerto" (Journey of Death). Dubbed the Manhattan Project, the top-secret undertaking was tackled with unprecedented speed and expense. Experiments with uranium had revealed the possibility of atomic fission, a special laboratory was opened in Los Alamos, New Mexico where a team led by J. Robert Oppenheimer labored around the clock to try to build an actual atomic bomb. In this gripping one-hour documentary, Los Alamos scientists and engineers relate their trials, triumphs, and dark doubts about building the ultimate weapon of war. This documentary is an excellent introduction to this critical chapter in 20th century history and is a great opportunity for students to discuss the ramifications of nuclear weapons in times of war and peace.
Curriculum Links:
Modern Marvels: The Manhattan Project would be useful for History, American Culture, Ethics, Science and Technology, and Engineering classes. It would be a great program for interdisciplinary courses and lesson plans. It is appropriate for 8th grade and above and fulfills several standards as outlined by the National Council for History Education including: (1) Human Interaction with the Environment; and (2) Cultural Diffusion and Innovation.
Special Website Available: history.com/minisites/modernmarvels/
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The Universe: The End of the Earth
Tuesday, October 2nd at 9PM/8c
The Universe series offers an epic exploration of the universe and its mysteries, providing an in-depth analysis from the planets to the stars to the edge of the known. As research into our universe has become more sophisticated, new secrets are yielded which help us understand our planet and the world beyond. Robotic rovers give us eyes on the red rock of Mars, NASA probes slam into comets at hyperspeed, and deep space telescopes capture amazing images of the birth of stars and their free-fall into black holes.
This one hour episode entitled The End of the Earth explores the possibility of cosmic phenomenon that could develop in space and potentially threaten the future of our planet. This program interviews NASA experts and scientific researchers who are currently exploring the possibilities of cosmic scenarios, and helping develop technologies that could pre-empt them. Scientists weigh in on some of the potential risks from space from stray asteroids to an engulfing sun, from gamma ray explosions to destruction by mysterious "dark energy." Though many of these scenarios are a long shot and present a grim view of unforeseen and menacing events from space, the study of these apocalyptic situations sheds much light on the universe that surrounds us. Educators may want to use clips from this program to set up debates or prompt conversations among students about the future of space and its relevance in our everyday lives.
Curriculum Links:
The End of the Earth is appropriate for high school students. It would be useful for Science, Astronomy, Earth Sciences, and Technology courses. Teachers may want to use clips from this documentary to supplement lesson plans related to astronomy and the universe, or show one episode in this series in its entirety in order the highlight one aspect of this topic. It fulfills several National Standards guidelines as outlined by the National Council for History Education including 1) Civilization, Cultural Diffusion, and Innovation, 2)Human Interaction with the Environment.
Special Website: history.com/minisite.do?mini_id=54036
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Announcing an Exciting New Web Resource from ABC-CLIO, The History Channel, and National History Day entitled History and the Headlines: Sputnik Escalates the Cold War
History and the Headlines is a free online resource from ABC-CLIO Schools and leading history organizations designed to provide you with authoritative and engaging information to help students dissect and understand important events. ABC-CLIO Schools, The History Channel, and National History Day, Inc. have teamed up to bring you an in-depth look at how the Sputnik launch ignited the space race and escalated the Cold War arms race. Focusing on the impact of the 1957 launch in the United States and the Soviet Union, this fascinating website provides primary sources, video clips, expert analysis, and engaging activities on the conflict that held the world in its grip for nearly fifty years. Log on to the site at historyandtheheadlines.abc-clio.com/ColdWar to explore this exciting new classroom resource online descriptions of projects that teachers around the country have created.
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Applications Now Being Accepted for Cable's Leaders in Learning Awards
Applications are now being accepted nationwide for individuals who implement creative learning programs in their communities, helping to push education progress to new heights. Cable's Leaders in Learning Awards, administered by Cable in the Classroom, recognize outstanding educators, administrators, policy makers, and other community leaders at the forefront of innovation in education. Applications are now being accepted online for individuals who are using new ideas to educate and new technology to better prepare young students for the future. The application period opens Wednesday, September 12, 2007 at LeadersinLearningAwards.org (this is an online-only process). The application period closes January 16, 2008.
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If you would like to see a complete programming schedule go to: historychannel.com/global/listings/listings.jsp?NetwCode=THC
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