C3 Teachers

MARCH 30, 2022

Image of New York State Archives and Museum in Albany, New York Making connections with cultural centers offers educators a measure of expertise outside their own content knowledge and pedagogical skill. These advantages suggest why connections with cultural centers should matter to educators, students and the local community.

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Anthropology News

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Uncharted doesn’t stand alone in the narrative it serves, but it is a notable entry in a long line of pulp fictions that treat tangible cultural heritage as objects that can be removed from their context with no change in significance. This is how Nathan interacts with treasure and heritage sites.

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Living Geography

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Fenlandia is a visionary interdisciplinary initiative, committed to celebrating, preserving, and interpreting the rich cultural and environmental heritage of the Fenland basin in the United Kingdom’s East Anglia region. Looking forward to seeing how it develops.

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Smithsonian Voices | Smithsonian Education

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The Smithsonian makes learning come alive for visiting field trip groups through memorable and engaging theater performances

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Society for Classical Studies

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

NEH Grantees: January 2024 kskordal Mon, 02/05/2024 - 09:06 Image The Society for Classical Studies congratulates the following individuals and organizations announced as National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Grantees in January 2024, for their projects in classical studies and adjacent fields: Mark Algee-Hewitt, Eric Harvey (Leland Stanford (..)

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Anthropology.net

MAY 22, 2024

The exact number of speakers is challenging to determine due to the presence of heritage speakers in the diaspora and the ongoing shift to the Turkish language. Factors such as extensive contact with Turkish, socio-cultural stigma, migration, and the absence of support for inter-generational transmission have led to its decline.

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Anthropology.net

APRIL 14, 2024

Acquired in 1885, this artifact offers insights into Indigenous communication methods and cultural symbolism. Dr. Kelly's research reveals that these sticks served as conduits for long-distance communication, connecting disparate Indigenous communities across vast geographical, cultural, and linguistic landscapes. 1 Kelly, P.,

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Anthropology.net

MAY 27, 2024

The study of pottery in Central Europe offers a unique window into the culinary practices and cultural evolution of early societies. This region, a hub of cultural diversity, served as an ideal setting for investigating how food preparation and consumption practices evolved alongside changes in pottery styles and decorations.

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Anthropology.net

APRIL 6, 2024

Now, a collaborative effort led by researchers from the Universities of Göttingen and Reading, along with the Lower Saxony State Office for Cultural Heritage, has unveiled groundbreaking insights into the woodworking techniques employed by our ancient ancestors.

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Anthropology News

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

We seek to uncover the myriad ways in which treasures, both tangible and intangible, are perceived, created, sought after, and understood across different cultures and throughout time. The pursuit of linguistic treasures: documenting languages and preserving linguistic heritage.

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Anthropology.net

APRIL 8, 2024

The Blackfoot Confederacy, steadfast guardians of their ancestral territories and water resources, has long navigated the complexities of protecting their cultural heritage amidst encroachments from modern society.

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Anthropology.net

AUGUST 19, 2024

This discovery lends further support to the emerging "tripartite origins" theory, suggesting that the genetic heritage of the Japanese population is far more complex than earlier models suggested. This migration wave was also accompanied by the adoption of Chinese-style laws, language, and cultural practices.

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The Hechinger Report

APRIL 14, 2024

They want to see themselves and their cultures reflected in the books we read, and they don’t want token representation. They nod along as we cover topics that connect to stories their grandparents shared with them, like tales of migration and cultural celebrations. They want more diverse classroom experiences. “I

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Anthropology.net

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Dating back to the late Holocene epoch, approximately 8,200 years ago, these ancient paintings provide insights into the cultural heritage of South America's early inhabitants. Archaeologists discovered certain motifs in Patagonia, Argentina, dating back more than 8,000 years ago. 1 Romero Villanueva, G., Sepúlveda, M.,

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Anthropology.net

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Through outreach efforts, the team works closely with local residents to share findings and preserve cultural heritage. As anthropology pioneers, Toohey, Murphy, and their team exemplify the transformative power of research, bridging the past and present to illuminate humanity's rich cultural tapestry. 1 Toohey, J. Murphy, M.

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The Hechinger Report

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Even when the instruction is available, courses often lack cultural relevance that would allow Native students to authentically engage with the material, the report says. In addition, many Native students attend schools that may lack the hardware, software and high-speed internet needed for these classes.

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C3 Teachers

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Almost ten years ago, I started off teaching and I truly believed that I didn’t need to teach Black History Month or any other cultural month (Hispanic Heritage, Native American History Month, etc.) Frustrated, I asked myself, “how is this celebrating the richness of historically oppressed peoples and cultures?”

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Anthropology.net

APRIL 23, 2024

Mithen elucidates, encapsulating the transformative impact of language on the trajectory of our species, "Humanity's development of the ability to speak was without doubt the key which made much of subsequent human physical and cultural evolution possible.”

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ED Surge

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Goal 1: Recruit a Team of Committed and Diverse Individuals to Effectuate Change To create a more diverse student and staff population, we have to do the work of building and nurturing a culture that creates a safe and courageous space for students, families and staff who have been historically marginalized. We’d love to help out.”

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Anthropology.net

MARCH 5, 2024

The tomb, belonging to an elite chief from the Coclé culture, reveals not only a trove of gold treasures but also a haunting glimpse into sacrificial rituals and burial customs of the past. 1 Martínez, E. DESCUBREN IMPORTANTE TUMBA CON SUNTUOSO AJUAR DE ORO EN PARQUE ARQUEOLÓGICO EL CAÑO.

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Studies Weekly

MAY 6, 2024

Soft Skills in Social Studies There is a clear connection between social studies and soft skills like: communication, emotional intelligence, teamwork, and cultural awareness. Teaching these subjects is vital because each equips students with essential knowledge and both hard and soft skills.

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Anthropology.net

AUGUST 17, 2024

Clarke posits that the search for the perfect stone may have held cultural or religious importance: "Humans have always had a fascination with finding the perfect rock, and maybe the Neolithic Britons were the same."

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Anthropology for Beginners

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

The scheme aims at planning their socio-economic development in a comprehensive manner while retaining the culture and heritage of the community by adopting habitat development approach and intervening in all spheres of their social and economic life, so that a visible impact is made in improvement of the quality of life of PVTGs.

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Anthropology News

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

I mean, you are just someone who has Chinese heritage, right?” For her, it seems like being a “real Chinese” is not simply about having Chinese “heritage,” sharing a Chinese blood tie and celebrating Chinese culture. Does using WeChat qualify someone to be “Chinese”? “So, So, you are not like a real Chinese.

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Sapiens

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

But the work also produces knowledge relevant for the Wajãpi people: I share with them information about federal laws related to cultural heritage and environmental protection. Academic scholars benefit from new data in an area never surveyed before by university-trained archaeologists.

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ED Surge

JANUARY 11, 2023

As a teacher in Hawaiʻi, I am keenly aware and reminded of my identity as a "local" teacher, one whose family heritage traces back generations in the same community. For Indigenous and Native peoples, who have a deep sense of place that is woven into their cultures, practices and genealogy, this can be seen as disrespectful.

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Anthropology.net

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

The engraving, using Latin characters, includes words reminiscent of modern Basque, suggesting cultural continuity over millennia. Scholars' Perspectives Renowned linguists commend the study's rigor, recognizing its contribution to understanding Basque heritage and ancient European languages. 1 Aiestaran, M., Gorrochategui, J.,

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The Hechinger Report

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Her watchwords are “cultural humility, cultural relevance and the cultural landscape.” As a [white] teacher coming in 30 years ago, I was not prepared for working with Native American students and their culture. Making sure the kids know their culture — it’s not easy,” she said. “ or name another tribe.

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Anthropology.net

AUGUST 26, 2024

The contribution of Abdul Razak Macap, a social anthropologist at the Regional Cultural Heritage Center in Manokwari, has been invaluable to this research, emphasizing the importance of local knowledge and collaboration in uncovering the region's ancient past.

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The Hechinger Report

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

Reagan Rock, 14, grew up celebrating her Italian heritage. But the high school freshman at the Old Rochester Regional High School in Mattapoisett, Massachusetts, near Cape Cod, has recently leaned in to her little-explored Irish heritage. She didn’t know her family had mixed-race heritage.

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Anthropology News

JANUARY 24, 2024

How do you write about Blackness while trying to resist the insidious pull of cultural and racial assimilation? As Black Nordics, we live in countries that top “Happiest Nation in the World” lists yearly, lists that often make cursory mention of racial-cultural homogeneity as a key contributor to national happiness. Hall, Stuart.

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ED Surge

JANUARY 17, 2024

Students want to be connected, cultured and aware of the realities beyond the classroom. For me, a Spanish course is more than grammar structures; it is about connection, cultural competency and global engagement. What we cultivate in the classroom eventually ends up impacting the entire culture of our school.

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The Hechinger Report

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Students are once again in the crosshairs of our nation’s political culture, following the College Board’s decision to buckle under political pressure and strip their Advanced Placement African-American studies course of essential topics for what is supposed to be a rigorous, college-level course.

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Anthropology News

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

These artisans, with their intricate knowledge of traditional designs and a keen sense of aesthetics, ensured that every illustration was a reflection of the region’s rich culture. Credit: Yāmāl Collective Fatima’s skillful depiction of the ancient windcatchers.

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The Hechinger Report

JANUARY 12, 2022

I didn’t explore my Korean heritage until college and only learned about LGBTQ+ historical leaders in my late twenties. This is particularly concerning because engagement and cultural relevance have both been proven to have a positive impact on student outcomes. Cultural and social relevance.

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Anthropology.net

DECEMBER 17, 2023

Their cultural sophistication included tool-making, fire management, hunting prowess, clothing use, and shelter construction. While Neanderthal variants play a role, numerous genes, environmental factors, and cultural influences shape an individual's chronotype. 1 Velazquez-Arcelay, K., Colbran, L. McArthur, E., Rinker, D. Siemann, J.

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The Hechinger Report

AUGUST 5, 2019

One could say that a classroom of “heritage learners” is full of swans mistaken for ugly ducklings. The term “heritage learners” is defined as people whose proficiency or knowledge of a language (and culture) comes from their community or family. They understand what you say in Spanish from Day One!

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