Lesson Resources

An African American Journey: A Resource for Learning the History of African Americans in Maryland and the United States is a teacher’s resource guide developed by the museum and the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE). This resource guide for grades 4-8 offers 43 lessons on social studies, language arts and the fine arts that highlight the contributions of African Americans in Maryland and the nation. To obtain a copy, please contact the education department at 443-263-1829 or Taylor@maamc.org.  The Museum and MSDE are finalizing high school lessons for An African American Journey teacher’s resource guide. Sample lessons from the high school curriculum project, can be accessed online at MSDE.

Professional Development

The Museum offers Maryland educators professional development classes earning recertification credits exploring the curriculum, An African American Journey.  These courses will utilize curriculum lessons and strategies for teaching African American history in the classroom.  Maryland educators will earn one credit towards teacher recertification upon completing the course. Course offerings comply with State Curriculum Standards. To register for a course please call the education department at 443-263-1829 or by email at Taylor@maamc.org.

Courses

Professional Development: Civil Rights Movement
Dates: March 2, 9 and 13, 2013
Participants: Elementary, Middle School and High School Teachers

Educators will examine Jim Crow, the civil rights movement and how it impacted Maryland.  Participants will receive content lectures, interactive instruction and oral history sessions with protestors from the movement.
MSDE Credit Earned: 1 credit hour.

 

Professional Development: Colonial and Early African American History
Dates: July 24-July 26, 2013
Participants: Elementary, Middle School and High School Teachers

Educators will investigate slavery Maryland slavery from colonial era to the mid-1800s. Participants will receive content lectures by regional scholars, interactive instruction and a field trip to the Eastern Shore to visit sites connected to Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad. 
MSDE Credit Earned: 1 credit hour.
Cost: $30

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Teacher Professional Development Information Request Form