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Monday,
September 29, 2008 - Morning Sessions
8:00 –
9:00 a.m.
Session Title: The History
of Immigration and How Policies and Laws Have Changed its Course
Presenter: David
Bloomfield, Esq., Bloomfield & Kempf
Session Description:
The Good, The Bad and The Ugly: This
session looks at issues surrounding immigration from the Alien
and Sedition Acts to REAL ID and its impact on the American way
of life.
Standards: Grades 3-5: People in Societies
Benchmark A, B
Grades 6-8: History Benchmark G; Geography Benchmark D
Grades 9-10: History Benchmark B, F; People in Societies
Benchmark C; Geography Benchmark C
Grades 11-12: History Benchmark A; People in Societies
Benchmark A, B
Session Title: Partisans
and Non-Partisans: Two American Electorates in 2008
Presenter: Dr. Paul A.
Beck, Professor, Political Science Department, The Ohio State
University
Session Description:
This session will focus on the dynamics of the 2008 contest for
the White House. What differentiates it from previous contests
is that both major party candidates have unusually strong appeal
to independent voters and unusually weak appeal to segments of
their own party’s base. The battles for the middle of the
electorate and to shore up the base will be more prominent
features of the 2008 election than any elections in recent
decades – and should play out in interesting and unpredictable
ways.
Standards: Grades 3-5: Citizenship Rights &
Responsibilities Benchmark A, B; SS Skills & Methods Benchmark B
Grades 6-8: Government Benchmark
A; SS Skills & Methods Benchmark B
Grades 9-10: Citizenship Rights &
Responsibilities Benchmark A; SS Skills & Methods Benchmark A, B
Grades 11-12: Government
Benchmark A, C; Citizenship Rights & Responsibilities Benchmark
B; SS Skills & Methods Benchmark B
Session Title: The United
States + Equality = What?
Presenter: Al Bell,
retired teacher from Findlay High School
Session Description: A
guided discussion and interactive presentation centering on the
following questions: (1) What are the different meanings people
have for the term equality?; (2) What are the most common issues
involving equality?; (3) What does the Constitution say about
equality?; (4) Do states and the national government have
different duties regarding equality?; and (5) Are there kinds of
equality that have nothing to do with government?
Standards: Grades 3-5: People in Societies
Benchmark B; Government Benchmark A; Citizenship Rights &
Responsibilities Benchmark A, B; SS Skills & Methods Benchmark D
Grades 6-8: History
Benchmark F, G; People in Society Benchmark B, C; Government
Benchmark B; Citizenship Rights & Responsibilities Benchmark B;
SS Skills & Methods Benchmark B
Grades 9-10: History Benchmark F;
People in Societies Benchmark B; Government Benchmark A;
Citizenship Rights & Responsibilities Benchmark A, B
Grades 11-12: History Benchmark
B; People in Societies Benchmark A, B, C; Government Benchmark
A, B; Citizenship Rights & Responsibilities A
Session Title: My Block: Building Bridges Between Police
Officers and Students
Presenter: Shakyra
Diaz, Education Director, The American Civil Liberties Union of
Ohio; Adrienne Gavula, Program Associate, The American Civil
Liberties Union of Ohio
Session Description:
The intersection of youth and justice has been a major focus at
The American Civil Liberties Union of Ohio. In our work with
young people across the state, we have found that a significant
obstacle preventing them from advocating for both their
community and their civil liberties is the mistrust and lack of
communication between themselves and law enforcement officials
in their neighborhood.
To build engagement and
provide a forum for dialogue and collaboration between youth and
police, the ACLU of Ohio created “My Block,” a program that
promotes positive communication between youth and police. “My
Block” is a day-long conference planned and facilitated by the
youths themselves.
In this session, the ACLU of
Ohio will outline how you can host a “My Block” student
conference. Learn how to take the topics
presented in “My Block” and host in-school sessions to engage youth in positive dialogue with law enforcement.
Standards: Grades 3-5: Citizenship Rights &
Responsibilities Benchmark A, B; SS Skills & Methods Benchmark D
Grades 6-8: Citizenship Rights & Responsibilities Benchmark
A
Grades 9-10: Citizenship Rights & Responsibilities Benchmark
A, B
Grades 11-12: People in Societies Benchmark B, C;
Citizenship Rights & Responsibilities Benchmark A, B
9:10
– 10:10 a.m.
KEYNOTE PRESENTATION
Session Title: Preparation,
Partnership, Success: The 2008 Elections
Presenter: The
Honorable Jennifer Brunner, Ohio Secretary of State
Session Description: As November 4 approaches, the eyes
of the nation will once again be focused on Ohio. Ohio
Secretary of State Jennifer Brunner was a 2008 recipient of the
John F. Kennedy Profiles in Courage Award for her efforts in
reforming Ohio’s election system, forging new partnerships and
restoring voter confidence in Ohio. Secretary Brunner will
discuss the progress being made in Ohio as it prepares for the
2008 election. Ms. Brunner will take questions from the
conference participants.
Standards: Grades 3-5: Government Benchmark
A, B; Citizenship Rights & Responsibilities Benchmark A, B; SS
Skills & Methods Benchmark A, B
Grades 6-8: Citizenship Rights &
Responsibilities A; SS Skills & Methods Benchmark A
Grades 9-10: Government Benchmark
B; Citizenship Rights & Responsibilities Benchmark A; SS Skills
& Methods Benchmark A
Grades 11-12: Government
Benchmark A, C; Citizenship Rights & Responsibilities Benchmark
A, B; SS Skills & Methods Benchmark B
10:20 –
11:20 a.m.
Session Title: National
History Day in Ohio: Project-Based Learning with Primary Sources
Presenter: Erin
Reynolds, Assistant State Coordinator for National History Day
in Ohio, Ohio Historical Society
Session Description:
National History Day in Ohio is a yearlong research project
where students create historical papers, exhibits, performances,
documentaries or web sites based on the annual theme. With the
2009 theme, The Individual in History, students can
choose a variety of people or perspectives to show one person’s
effect on history. This session will provide an overview of the
program and highlight the use of Supreme Court cases as a basis
for National History Day projects.
Standards: Grades 3-5: SS Skills & Methods
Benchmark A, B, C, D
Grades 6-8: SS Skills & Methods Benchmark A, B, C, D
Grades 9-10: SS Skills & Methods
Benchmark A, B
Grades 11-12: SS Skills & Methods
Benchmark A, B, C, D
Additional standards can be met
depending on the specific topic used
Session Title: Federal
Preemption and the Supremacy Clause of the Constitution
Presenter: Angela
Lloyd, Associate Professor of Law, The Ohio State University
Session Description:
This presentation will address the seemingly unlimited power the
Constitution gives the federal government over immigration.
Professor Lloyd will examine language in the Constitution that
has curbed state attempts to exercise power over immigration.
In addition, she will review some of the major cases addressing
Congress’ power to preempt states’ initiatives.
Standards: Grades 3-5: People in Societies
Benchmark B; Government Benchmark A, B
Grades 6-8: Government Benchmark
B
Grades 9-10: History Benchmark F;
People in Societies Benchmark C
Grades 11-12: History Benchmark
A; People in Societies Benchmark A, B
Session Title: Connecting
Presidential Elections to the Ohio Grades 9-10 Benchmarks
Presenter: Matt Doran,
High School Social Studies Coordinator; Doreen Uhas Sauer, Civic
Education Director; and Joetta Gregory, Middle School Social
Studies Coordinator, Columbus Public Schools
Session Description: Is
it possible to teach about elections and prepare students for
the OGT? Yes! We will use five essential questions to connect
elections to benchmarks. How do regional characteristics
influence elections (Geography A)? How do patterns of movement
impact the balance of power (Geography C)? Which campaign
sources are the most credible (SS Skills A)? How do
opportunities for citizen participation vary (Citizenship A)?
How is Cold War ideology reflected in political campaign ads
(History E)?
Standards: Grades 9-10: History Benchmark E;
Geography Benchmark A, C; Citizenship Rights and
Responsibilities Benchmark A; SS Skills & Methods Benchmark A
Session Title: Racial and
Ethnic Perspectives in Ohio Elections
Presenter: Stephen
Menendian, Esq., Research Associate-Legal, The Kirwan Institute
for the Study of Race and Ethnicity at Ohio State University
Session Description:
The session will explore the role of citizenship in a modern
democracy. GIS mapping will be used to highlight demographic
shifts in the state of Ohio. Civic engagement and voting will
be put into its historical context, emphasizing the role of the
14th Amendment’s grant of citizenship and the meaning
of citizenship today. The presentation will also draw upon
recent Court challenges and debates over Ohio’s election laws
and their impact on racially marginalized communities.
Standards: Grades 3-5: Citizenship Rights &
Responsibilities Benchmark A, B
Grades 6-8: History Benchmark G;
Geography Benchmark D; Citizenship Rights & Responsibilities
Benchmark A, B
Grades 9-10: Geography Benchmark
D; Citizenship Rights & Responsibilities Benchmark A, B
Grades 11-12: People in Societies
Benchmark A, B; Geography Benchmark B; Government Benchmark A,
C; Citizenship Rights & Responsibilities Benchmark B
Session Title:
Understanding Multicultural Education for Effective Citizenship
Presenter: Dr. Tony R.
Sanchez, Associate Professor of Social Studies Education,
University of Toledo
Session Description:
Understanding the multicultural nature of 21st
century America is a foundation for the recognition and
celebration of the American social/political ideal. This
ultimate challenge is requisite for the creation of a stable,
unified culture through enrichment from our perpetual
diversity. This session will explore the oft-misunderstood and
multifaceted multicultural concept from the educational
perspective, which in turn directly affects the political
perspective of effective citizenship responsibilities and
participation.
Standards: Grades 3-5: People in Societies
Benchmark B; Citizenship Rights & Responsibilities Benchmark B;
SS Skills & Methods Benchmark B, D
Grades 6-8: People in Societies Benchmark B, D; Citizenship
Rights & Responsibilities Benchmark B; SS Skills & Methods
Benchmark B, D
Grades 9-10: People in Societies Benchmark A, B, C;
Geography C
Grades 11-12: People in Societies Benchmark A, C;
Citizenship Rights & Responsibilities B
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