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Our summer institutes in 2009 were another great occasion for gathering groups of dedicated teachers to read deep in the actual documents of history and discuss the ideas and principles that have shaped our nation. We ran an expanded program, with six weeklong sessions and thirty courses. We now have 234 students seeking degrees in the Master of American History and Government program. Join me in congratulating our latest graduates, Emily Swogger, Brandon Fox, and Matthew Lo, whose good work you may read about below. Best wishes in all that you do. |
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Fall 2009 edition
Fall 2009 edition
- New Graduates Examine Aspects of American Founding
This summer brought three new graduates of the Masters in American History and Government program: Emily Swogger, graduating in May, and Matthew Lo and Brandon Fox, who graduated in August. Each took a close look at one aspect of the American Founding, applying it to an important question in American life. Read More - Simulating the Debate and Deliberation of a Revolutionary Era
This summer's MAHG program offered an expanded course list, including several innovative electives. But one established core course broke new ground by testing an innovative teaching method. Read More - Partnering with the Ashbrook Center on Teaching American History Grants
Each year, the Ashbrook Center works closely with a few school districts and local education agencies to develop customized Teaching American History Grant partnerships. These grants support professional development projects that aim to raise student achievement by improving teachers' knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of traditional American history. Read More - Recently Published by Our Faculty
Faculty members William Allen, Joshua Dunn, Steven Hayward, and Sidney Milkis have recently published books, while John Marini, Melanie Marlowe, and Natalie Taylor have published essays and chapters. Read More
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