The Mississippi Council on Economic Education will host the Fostering Civil Discourse Through the Lens of Economics and the American Founding professional development workshop for middle and high school teachers from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22. Deadline to register is noon Aug. 19.
Description: This session will inspire educators to re-examine the foundation of the United States as more than a fight for political freedom, but one for economic freedom. Educators will engage with hands-on, ready-to-teach materials to examine the Declaration of Independence through an economic lens and relate the economic grievances of the founding to today.
See the event flyer for details.
For: 6-12 grade teachers
Where: Millsaps College in Jackson, Mississippi
Requirements:
- Attendance at the full workshop
- Web-connected device (e.g., computer, tablet, smartphone)
What’s in it for me? No registration fee, Lunch provided, 0.6 CEU’s at no cost, $50 Amazon gift card
Contact: info@mscee.org