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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
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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
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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.
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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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