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SUMMARY:Part 2-We Will Never Stop Teaching Black History
DESCRIPTION:Overview: This follow-up session moves from understanding to action. We will focus on: \n*   Designing lessons and units that center African American history authentically\n*   Using hip-hop\, primary sources\, and inquiry-based learning to deepen student engagement\n*   Navigating resistance\, policy challenges\, and community dynamics\n*   Building sustainable practices that ensure this work continues beyond a single lesson or month \nParticipants will actively begin drafting or refining instructional plans they can immediately implement in their classrooms. \nPresented by  NJEA Members:  Sundjata Sekou\, Talena Lachelle Queen\, Muneerah Higgs and Sari Alburtus
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/part-2-we-will-never-stop-teaching-black-history/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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SUMMARY:Roots & Routes: Centering Africa and the Afro-Latin Diaspora in Our Classrooms
DESCRIPTION:This dynamic two-hour virtual workshop immerses K–12 educators in centering Afro-Latin histories and perspectives. Through collaborative activities and source analysis\, participants explore ways to help students meaningfully connect the Transatlantic Human Trade to contemporary identity\, culture\, and justice across the Americas. Educators will leave empowered to design lessons that deepen understanding\, challenge stereotypes\, and elevate historically underrepresented voices in their classrooms. \nPresented by NJEA’s PDII Consultants: Theresa Maughan & Tamar LaSure-Owens.
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/roots-routes-centering-africa-and-the-afro-latin-diaspora-in-our-classrooms/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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SUMMARY:Harnessing the Power of Graphic Novels in the Classroom
DESCRIPTION:Graphic novels and comic books are an integral tool in increasing literacy and engagement in the classroom. Through this workshop\, educators will learn the scholarship and research behind the benefits of using comics and graphic novels in the classroom while also gaining access to learning activities and materials to support this work. Participants will learn about the current research on literacy in social studies and how graphic novels improve literacy\, reading comprehension\, and engagement. \nPresented by NJEA & Teach Asian American Stories.
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/harnessing-the-power-of-graphic-novels-in-the-classroom-2/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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SUMMARY:Ace the Interview! Tips and Strategies for All Educators
DESCRIPTION:This dynamic workshop helps educators feel prepared\, confident\, and empowered for the interview process. Whether you’re launching your career or exploring a new professional chapter\, you’ll gain insider insight into what to expect and learn practical\, confidence‑building strategies to showcase your strengths and tell your story effectively. Open to all NJEA and NJAEA members. \nPresented by NJEA & NJ Aspiring Educators Association.
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/ace-the-interview-tips-and-strategies-for-all-educators/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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SUMMARY:Teaching the Holocaust Through Diaries
DESCRIPTION:This program explores the use of first-person diary accounts as a powerful entry point for Holocaust education. Educators will discover strategies for using personal narratives to foster empathy\, historical thinking\, and deeper student engagement with this critical period in history. \nPresented by NJEA and The New Jersey Commission on Holocaust Education. \n 
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/teaching-the-holocaust-through-diaries/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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