March 2010

Modern Day Slavery Forum
Did you know that today there are an estimated 27 million people enslaved around the world, on all six inhabited continents, and in the United States? Join Primary Source for an informative and insightful discussion with some of the most prominent figures leading the fight against slavery in the 21st century.

Modern Day Slavery
March 25, 2010 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Boston Public Library (Copley Square Branch), Rabb Lecture Hall
Free and open to all - high school students welcome!
RSVP online

Primary Source Welcomes New Board Members
Carol Goss, Roma Kelley, Rosalie Kerr, Amanda Tham, and Evelyne Vallet each bring enthusiasm and a fresh perspective on the organization’s work to prepare students for our interconnected world.

Program Director Susan Zeiger Examines 20th Century War Brides
In her new book, Entangling Alliances: Foreign War Brides and American Soldiers in the Twentieth Century, Primary Source's Susan Zeiger presents a unique perspective on the history of war and gender in the United States.

New Center for Global Curriculum Online
Primary Source is pleased to announce the launch of Primary Source World, a new online center designed to help educators globalize curricula and enhance teaching.

Global Education Massachusetts (GEM) Update
Members of Global Education Massachusetts (GEM) met on March 2nd to continue their work to promote international education across the state. Read on for an update on state and federal policy initiatives.

Executive Director Kathleen Ennis to Participate in Harvard Think Tank
Ms. Ennis will present her perspectives on global education as part of a three-day workshop entitled "Education for What Ends? Preparing Children and Youth for an Interdependent World."

Primary Source Announces Partnership with EdSteps
Primary Source has joined with EdSteps to help develop new resources for teaching about the world and assessing students' global competence.

Upcoming Events and Opportunities
PS Modern Day Slavery (March 25)
PS Children's Life in China (April 10)
PS Summer Institute Registration Deadline (April 16)
Why Teach India? Conference (April 30)
Teaching with Primary Sources Mentor Advisory Group
Global Understanding Teaching Award

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