[RELO] American Culture Series: Exploring Frontiers
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Transcript of [RELO] American Culture Series: Exploring Frontiers
American Culture Webinars
For English Language Teachers
Brought to you by :U.S. Embassy Lima’s Public Affairs Section
WELCOME!
Our goal: to provide info on U.S. culture AND to help you create an effective plan to use in your classroom.
Please ask questions! That’s why we’re here.
Today’s Goals
• Teach students about America’s Frontier and Legacy of Exploration
• Expand the definition of Frontiers to include Oceans and Space (and others?)
• Discuss how Humans (with motivation and education) and Technology work together to explore new frontiers; Discuss how exploration and conservation go hand in hand
• Use language skills to fuel Exploration and Conservation
Exploring Frontiers
Photo of Buzz Aldrin on the Moon, courtesy of NASAPhoto of Aquarius Laboratory by Brian Skerry, National Geographic
Exploring Frontiers
From the painting "Lewis and Clark at Three Forks" by Edgar S. Paxson. Image courtesy of Lewis and Clark 2001, the Montana Historical Society, NOAA/OER
Exploration and Expansion Across the American Frontier
“American Progress” by John Gast,circa 1872
Photo of Woman at Auburn Ravine, part of California Gold Rush, courtesy of California State Library
What do Frontiers Mean today?
• Frontiers are always evolving – Exploration is not over!
• Exploration today is about Science and Technology
• Two interesting frontiers: Oceans and Space– Focus has changed. We must protect our
frontiers, not just expand. – Conservation and responsible exploration.
Exploring the Seas
NOAA ship Okeanos Explorer passing by the Golden Gate Bridge (Photo Credit: NOAA)
President Barack Obama’s Proclamation for National Oceans Month, 2013
“From providing food and energy to helping sustain our climate and our security, the oceans play a critical role in nearly every part of our national life. They connect us to countries around the world, and support transportation and trade networks that grow our economy. For millions of Americans, our coasts are also a gateway to good jobs and a decent living. All of us have a stake in keeping the oceans, coasts, and Great Lakes clean and productive -- which is why we must manage them wisely not just in our time, but for generations to come.
Rising to meet that test means addressing threats like overfishing, pollution, and climate change. Alongside partners at every level of government and throughout the private sector, my Administration is taking up that task. Earlier this year, we finalized a plan to turn our National Ocean Policy into concrete actions that protect the environment, streamline Federal operations, and promote economic growth. The plan charts a path to better decision-making through science and data sharing, and it ensures tax dollars are spent more efficiently by reducing duplication and cutting red tape. Best of all, it puts stock in the American people -- drawing on their knowledge and empowering communities to bring local solutions to the challenges we face.
By making smart choices in ocean management, we can give our businesses the tools they need to thrive while protecting the long-term health of our marine ecosystems. Let us mark this month by renewing those goals, reinvesting in our coastal economies, and recommitting to good stewardship in the years ahead.”
--Excerpt from the Proclamation issued by the White House on May 31, 2013
History of NASA and the Space Race
Photos of President John F. Kennedy and Apollo 11 crew courtesy of NASA archives
NASA Engineers Visit Peru
Three Peruvian-American NASA scientists during their visit to CuscoFrom left to right: Aracely Quispe, Rosa Avalos and Melisa Soriano
Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter
Artist rendering of LRO courtesy of NASA. Photo of Aracely Quispe talking with youth at ExpoTIC fair courtesy of U.S. Embassy Lima
Mars Curiosity Rover
Artist renderings of Mars Curiosity courtesy of NASA.
Photo of Melisa Sorino meeting with student in Puno courtesy of U.S. Embassy Lima
Plan your Lesson Plan
1) What are your topics?
2) What kind of questions/conversations starters will you ask?
3) What new vocabulary do you need?
4) What activities can you do with your students?
Vocabulary
Explore, Exploration Waterway
Frontier Conservation
Discovery Outer Space
Environment Astronaut
Adapt, Adaptation Oceanographer
“Manifest Destiny” Engineer
Ethos Scientist
Discussion Questions• Would you like to be an explorer and if so, what would you
explore?
• Would you rather explore the deepest ocean or the farthest reaches of outer space and why?
• If you were living on the frontier in the United States during the 1800s, what do you think would be the most fun part? The most challenging?
• Who is responsible for caring for our lakes, rivers, and oceans? How can we take care of these waterways?
• What is the “ethos” or guiding belief or characteristic that represents your country or community? Does one exist? If you could create one, what would it be?
Make a Promise for the Oceanhttp://worldoceansday.org/promise/
Discuss with students the importance of oceans and water sources to different communities.
Have students make a promise - something they can do to help protect the earth’s water and environment. It should be something realistic (i.e. I will shut the water off when I am brushing my teeth). Have students create a poster of their promise.
Show the world! Take a photo of students with their message and post on a social media site such as Facebook and tag with #WorldOceansDay.
Imagine you are packing for a three-month stay on the International Space Station (ISS). You can only take five items with you. You must be able to carry all five items since storage is in short supply on the ISS. List the five items you would bring and explain why you chose those items.
Source: www.nasa.gov
Imagine you are packing for a three-month stay on the International Space Station (ISS). You can only take five items with you. You must be able to carry all five items since storage is in short supply on the ISS. List the five items you would bring and explain why you chose those items.
Item Reason1. _______________________ _________________________________
2. _______________________ _________________________________
3. _______________________ _________________________________
4. _______________________ _________________________________
5. _______________________ _________________________________
Example:I would bring a “How Speak Alien” phrase book. You never know when youmight meet an extra-terrestrial!
NASA has over-estimated the weight the ISS can carry and must immediately downsize. Between you and your fellow space travelers, you may now only bring 3 items. Compare your lists. Together, decide what 3 items you will bring. Be sure to explain how you reach your decision.
Source: www.nasa.gov
Crisis!!!!
NASA has over-estimated the weight the ISS can carry and must immediately downsize. Between you and your fellow space travelers, you may now only bring 3 items. Compare your lists. Together, decide what 3 items you will bring. Be sure to explain how you reach your decision.
Item Reason1. _______________________ _________________________________
2. _______________________ _________________________________
3. _______________________ _________________________________
What skills did you need to effectively complete this activity?
Reading?
WRITING?Speaking? Listening?
What other skills were needed?
NegotiatingExplaining
Justifying
Resources
American English webpage– americanenglish.state.gov
RELO Andes webpage– reloandes.com (link to this presentation found
here!)
Oceans and Space Websites
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association• http://oceanservice.noaa.gov/education/welcom
e.htmlSmithsonian Institution Ocean Portal• http://ocean.si.edu/for-educatorsNASA• http://www.nasa.gov• http://
www.nasa.gov/audience/foreducators/teachingfromspace/dayinthelife/index.html