professional development workshop based on this innovative series.
Plan to join Thirteen for:
*A sneak preview of footage from AFRICAN AMERICAN LIVES
2;
*A guided tour of the extensive online resources for
AFRICAN AMERICAN LIVES 2;
*A demonstration of an AFRICAN AMERICAN LIVES 2 lesson
plan for immediate use in classrooms;
*A keynote address by a leading African American history
scholar;
* Complimentary dinner;
* Resources and DOOR PRIZES!
Monday, January 28, 4:30-8:30 pm
Thirteen/WNET Studios, 6th Floor
450 West 33rd Street (between 9th and 10th Avenues)
New York City
PBS Thirteen invites tri-state area teachers to a special, FREE
In February 2008, Thirteen/WNET will be premiering a new, four-hour
documentary series titled AFRICAN AMERICAN LIVES 2, a follow-up to the
groundbreaking 2006 series AFRICAN AMERICAN LIVES. Hosted by renowned
scholar, author, and activist Henry Louis Gates, Jr., AFRICAN AMERICAN
LIVES 2 will profile some of the nation's most intriguing and well-known
contemporary African Americans-including Chris Rock, Morgan Freeman,
Maya Angelou, and Tina Turner--in a fascinating way.
Combining personal interviews, historical investigation, and genetic
research, Professor Gates and a team of experts set out once again to
uncover the unique and powerful family histories of these celebrities,
and also profile a special guest selected from the general public. By
using available genealogical information, family lore, and a DNA sample
from each guest, the series will explore the mysteries and surprises of
the guests' origins and heritage, and provide a compelling portrait of
African American history.
SPACE FOR THIS WORKSHOP IS LIMITED! Seats will be granted on a first
come, first served basis.
Please respond by FRIDAY, JANUARY 18th if you would like to attend.
Please RSVP with your NAME, EMAIL ADDRESS, and PHONE NUMBER to
cannitor@thirteen.org
I would like to register for the January 28th workshop 4:30-8:30
Posted by: Sabrina Fearon | January 25, 2008 at 11:39 AM