The Ward Melville Heritage Organization

Changing Faces Of War: The American Spirit Prevails

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This distance learning program grew out of the aftermath of the September 11th tragedy and the concern of local students that there was not an adequate forum for young people to express their thoughts and feelings about what happened on that day and on the broader subject of the United States at war in general.

The written curriculum that is included in the learning kit is designed as a unit of study on US involvement in war as it pertains to the tenacity of the American Spirit prior to, during and after the war. The basic theme is that throughout generations American involvement in war has taught us valuable lessons about our country and about ourselves. Through the viewing of a videotape of an intergenerational dialog among students and veterans (filmed at Cablevision's studio on Long Island), the analysis of primary source documents and political cartoons, and an interactive videoconference with an American veteran of war, students will be led to an understanding of the American spirit as it is manifested in times of war, whether it be the era of the American Revolution or in conflicts of today.

Pre and post conference lessons, a copy of the videotape filmed at Cablevision, as well as learning activities accompany the videoconference portion. The support kit also includes several black line masters, Internet resources and background material, chart and graphic organizer and copies of primary sources.

Level:	Grades 7-12
Duration:	Approximately 45 to 60 minutes
Fee:	$165.00
Location:	Your own classroom
Connectivity	ISDN 256kbps or IP

Due to the fact that a veteran must be scheduled for this videoconference, we must have at least 4 weeks prior notice in order to schedule your videoconference. Thank you!

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