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Economic Forces in American History - Seminar for Educators
July 13-16, 2004
 

Overview
The Public Information Department of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and Foundation for Teaching Economics will co-sponsor a four-day seminar for American History, Economics, and Social Studies teachers. University faculty members will lead discussions highlighting the impact of economics on pivotal historical events. Master teachers will demonstrate interactive teaching strategies that incorporate the actual circumstances of historical periods of study. Instructors will distribute Economic Forces in American History lesson plans that help students learn by reliving history rather than just reading or hearing about it.

Registration Information
The seminar will be held on Tuesday, July 13 through Friday, July 16, 2004 at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, 33 Maiden Lane (26th Floor), New York, New York, from 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Who Should Attend
Teachers from schools in the Second Federal Reserve District (New York State, Northern and Central New Jersey - Monmouth County and north, and Fairfield County, Connecticut)
Professional Development Credits
3.0 Quarter or 2.0 Semester professional development credits (available at nominal cost)
OR
Two semester hours of graduate credit in education available through University of Nevada, Las Vegas*

*It is the sole responsibility of the individual teacher to make sure the credit arrangement you pursue meets the criteria set forth by your school, district, and state.
Registration Deadline
The registration deadline is Tuesday, June 1, 2004. Only the first 50 registrants will be accepted.
 
Event Details
Date and Times
The seminar will be held on Tuesday, July 13 through Friday, July 16, 2004 from 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Food and Fees
There is no cost. Breakfast and lunch will be provided free of charge.

More Information
The dress code is business casual. Questions or concerns call Natalie Schubak at natalie.schubak@ny.frb.org, 212-720-7678.