Virtual Institute for K–12 Educators
Africa in World History
This program will invite a cohort of teachers to collaborate with leading historians on efforts to enhance coverage of Africa and Africans in K–12 world history courses. Participants will enhance their content knowledge in African history across regions, periods, and linguistic contexts, allowing our community to expand beyond the often limited engagement with African perspectives in many textbooks and state standards. This three-week, fully virtual institute will culminate in the production of a free, digital sourcebook with accompanying lessons tailored to the needs of students in busy classrooms.
Acknowledgments
The Africa in World History Teacher Institute has been made possible in part by a major grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities: Democracy demands wisdom.
Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
How to Apply
Application Dates
March 5, 2025 by 11:59 p.m. PT: Application Deadline
April 2, 2025: Applicants Notified of Acceptance
April 16, 2025: Acceptance Deadline
Application Instructions
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Institute Details
Institute Schedule
The institute will take place over three weeks (fifteen days) in June and July 2025 for 30 K–12 educators on the theme of Africa in World History.
Syllabus and Reading List
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Faculty and Speakers
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Technological Requirements and Accessibility
The institute is a virtual program with synchronous and asynchronous elements.
Stipend Information
Accepted applicants who select to attend the teacher institute will receive a stipend of $1,425 to defray the costs of participation, including technical support. Please note that this stipend is taxable as income.