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Our Programs: Education for Freedom
The Education for Freedom in Texas project consists of a curriculum and seminars designed to aid educators who teach about the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution in their classrooms. The project was designed by the Social Science Education Consortium for the First Amendment Congress and is administered in the states by a variety of First Amendment organizations. The curriculum is divided into elementary (grades K-4) and secondary (grades 5-12) sections. Each part is aimed at different levels, but the lessons in each section are universal and can be adapted for any age group including college and adult students. | What can the Education for Freedom in Texas curriculum and seminars do for you? Give you ready-made lesson plans Give you copyright-free material Provide educational professional development Develop higher education thinking skills Provide handouts Allow you to adapt to your lesson plan | All of the lessons were created to achieve three specific goals: - After completing the lessons, students will understand the history and meaning of the First Amendment and its importance in today's society.
- Students will understand that the First Amendment belongs to each individual, not any one segment of society or institution.
- Students will understand the importance of protecting their First Amendment freedoms through exercising their rights and responsibilities as citizens in our democracy.
| What do teachers say? "This information has added to the programs that are used in my classroom. I feel it can be used throughout the curriculum in the primary grades. There is so much that can be done with this program. I really enjoyed everything!" "Outstanding seminar!" "I am surprised to have discovered an organization that has a powerful message and relevant curriculum to supplement my course." "Great! Good materials and panelists/presenters." "I enjoyed the cooperative learning activities. The books are filled with a wealth of activities and strategies for teachers to use in the classroom. These activities are needed to increase student understanding of the First Amendment." "Excellent presenters and panel discussion!" "This information has added to my bank of classroom materials concerning the Constitution. The ideals can form an ongoing basis for law-related instruction. My students want to know about the law, and this information helps inform them in a meaningful way."
There is no charge for the seminar. You will need to budget for presenter(s) expenses and there is a $25 charge for each set of the curriculum. To purchase the curriculum online, simply add to your cart:
If you would like more information about the Education for Freedom in Texas project, please e-mail the FOIFT or call 512.377.1575.
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