Teaching Contemporary Global Issues
A Unique Opportunity for Secondary School Teachers, Administrators, and Education Coordinators
June 21-23, 2011
8:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.
Location: Duquesne University
Presented by the World Affairs Council of Pittsburgh in collaboration with Duquesne University
Continuing Professional Education Credit* available for this course through Allegheny Intermediate Unit, pending approval by the Pennsylvania Department of Education
Graduate credit available through Duquesne University's School of Education
The mission of the World Affairs Council of Pittsburgh is to promote among secondary teachers and students in the region:
* a global perspective for a global century
* informed and independent thinking about world affairs
* critical understanding about important issues in an interdependent world as they affect the nation and the region
The Summer Institute for Teachers will:
* help teachers to develop and maintain their skills, to access resources necessary to keep up with this dynamic and often volatile world, and to adapt their curricula accordingly
and will provide:
* information on contemporary world issues and the global role of the United States
* a framework for looking at international issues that reflects their highly complex and interrelated nature
* an orientation to additional resources which teachers can access to enhance existing curricula and to support understanding of global issues throughout the academic year
* methods of integrating new knowledge into lesson plans and other experience-based classroom activities designed to enhance the effectiveness of world affairs education
What is the Summer Institute for Teachers?
The Institute is a three-day workshop which consists of presentations on contemporary world affairs, small group problem solving exercises, and lesson-planning sessions with direct application to your curriculum.
What are this year's proposed topics?
* The Future of Africa
* Challenges Facing Europe
* Global Education in the 21st Century
When is the Institute?
June 21 - 23, 2011 (Tuesday - Thursday)
8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Where will the Institute be held?
324 Fisher Hall, Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Who can attend?
Secondary school teachers, administrators, and education coordinators are invited to attend the Institute.
Why is the Institute relevant?
The world is changing rapidly and textbooks simply cannot keep up. This course will provide an update on important international issues, help you to develop a framework for critical thinking and problem-solving, and facilitate the creation of lesson plans and materials.
What is the cost of the Institute?
There is a $25 non-refundable registration fee for the Institute. This fee will help to cover the cost of materials, as well as breakfast and lunch for all three days.
Those seeking Continuing Professional Education credit are also responsible for the processing fee of $40 to the Allegheny Intermediate Unit. A separate application for CPE credit will be distributed at the Institute.
How do I register for the Institute?
Click here to register online for the Institute.
Questions?
Contact Allyce Pinchback, Program Officer, World Affairs Council of Pittsburgh at 412-224-4092 or email allyce@worldpittsburgh.org
This Institute is made possible in part through generous support of the Henry C. Frick Educational Fund of The Buhl Foundation.

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Application Deadline: April 11, 2011
The College Board is pleased to announce the 2011 AP World History Summer Institute in China. This institute is a great opportunity for AP World History teachers to obtain AP professional development and to learn about the rich history and culture of China! The 2011 Summer Institute in China is sponsored by Hanban/Confucius Institute Headquarters and includes a five-day AP World History Summer Institute, followed by Chinese history and culture lectures by host university professors. Interested participants can extend their stay and attend the 2011 World History Association Conference, which will also be in Beijing. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Learn more and apply today at: www.collegeboard.org/k12chinese.
Contact Petya Mattys at pmattys@collegeboard.org or 212-649-8431 with questions