Expand your knowledge of the global conflicts which shaped the 18th century Atlantic world. Participate in enriching programs such highlighting the Seven Years’ War, Revolutionary War, Fort Ticonderoga’s role in the conflicts, and gain a deeper understanding on best practice and opportunities to utilize primary sources and material culture in your K-12 classroom. Professional development opportunities connect Common Core, C-3 History standards, best practices, and an inter-disciplinary approach to history education. Programs take place at Fort Ticonderoga and selective off-site locations with partner institutions.
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Ticonderoga Tuesdays
Fort Ticonderoga presents a series of evening webinars for teachers during the fall of 2020 supported by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH). Ticonderoga Tuesdays feature a presentation by a historian on a French & Indian War or American Revolution topic, followed by time with Fort Ticonderoga staff and a k-12 educator working with objects and documents related to the topic.
The webinar schedule will be posted in late summer of 2020.
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Annual Conference for Educators
This annual day-long conference for educators immerses teachers in primary sources, material culture, and pedagogical techniques to help connect students to history. Presentations are by classroom teachers, museum staff, archivists, and academics.
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Teaching American History
“Jefferson and the American Founding”
Teaching American History Colloquium
June 30-July 2, 2021Covering the period from the American Revolution through the election of 1800, this seminar will explore Jefferson’s role in the creation of the American republic. The seminar will include a detailed examination of the conflict between Jefferson and Hamilton with discussion leader Dr. David Tucker. Applications are due in January 2021.
The application link will be posted in Fall of 2020.
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Teacher Institute
The Fort Ticonderoga Teacher Institute residential program is a highly competitive educational experience which brings teachers to Fort Ticonderoga for an intensive course of study. Participants immerse themselves in the study and discussion of important themes in American history and the conflicts which shaped the Atlantic world in the 17th, 18th, and early 19th centuries. The Teacher Institute is offered annually in the summer.
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Educator Scholarships
Fort Ticonderoga awards Educator Scholarships each year for teachers attending annual seminars and conferences.
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Graduate Credits for Teachers
Teachers taking part in some programs at Fort Ticonderoga can earn graduate credits through Castleton University.
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Regional Workshops & Seminars
Each year Fort Ticonderoga museum staff participate in regional, state, and national conferences.