American English Learning and Teaching
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American Hero: Amelia Earhart
Explore aviator Amelia Earhart’s groundbreaking flights and legacy through videos, lesson plans, and discussion questions supporting cultural diplomacy.
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American Hero: Edgar Allan Poe
EDGAR ALLAN POE: MASTER OF AMERICAN GOTHIC LITERATURE PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES An American Hero This toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to explore Edgar Allan Poe’s life and literary contributions, and to examine the lasting influence of his Gothic style and storytelling innovations on American literature and global culture. Photo credit:…
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American Hero: Harper Lee
HARPER LEE PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES An American Hero This toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to explore Harper Lee’s life and literary contributions, and to examine the lasting significance of To Kill a Mockingbird in American literature and cultural history. Photo credit: White House President George W. Bush awards the Presidential…
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American Hero: Phillis Wheatley
PHILLIS WHEATLEY: POET & PATRIOT PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES An American Hero This toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to highlight Phillis Wheatley’s contributions to literature, history, and early American identity. Image credit: Library of Congress An engraving of Phillis Wheatley seated at a desk with a quill and paper, looking upward…
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Cultural Programs
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4th of July
U.S. INDEPENDENCE DAY PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for American Spaces to create programs and use social media to focus on Fourth of July celebrations. HIGHLIGHTED RESOURCES Smithsonian Digital Collections The Library of Congress collections of downloadable images and music.Fourth of July Images State Department’s Flickr pages on July 4th…
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Alaska: The Last Frontier
ALASKA: THE LAST FRONTIER PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This Americana Toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to further understanding of the United States. HISTORIC EVENTS 1728 – Danish explorer Vitus Bering discovers the Bering Strait.1776 – British explorer Captain James Cook makes contact with Alaskan natives.1784 – The Russians establish a permanent…
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American Hero: Amelia Earhart
Explore aviator Amelia Earhart’s groundbreaking flights and legacy through videos, lesson plans, and discussion questions supporting cultural diplomacy.
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American Hero: Edgar Allan Poe
EDGAR ALLAN POE: MASTER OF AMERICAN GOTHIC LITERATURE PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES An American Hero This toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to explore Edgar Allan Poe’s life and literary contributions, and to examine the lasting influence of his Gothic style and storytelling innovations on American literature and global culture. Photo credit:…
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American Hero: Elvis Presley
ELVIS PRESLEY: THE KING OF ROCK AND ROLL PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES An American Hero This toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to support music diplomacy through the intersection of music, culture, and American history. Elvis Presley at Olympia Theater, August 3, 1956 Photo Credit: Don Wright for the Miami Herald, Public…
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American Hero: Harper Lee
HARPER LEE PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES An American Hero This toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to explore Harper Lee’s life and literary contributions, and to examine the lasting significance of To Kill a Mockingbird in American literature and cultural history. Photo credit: White House President George W. Bush awards the Presidential…
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American Hero: Julia Child
JULIA CHILD PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES An American Hero This toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to support culinary diplomacy and showcase America’s culinary excellence globally. Photo credit: Wikimedia Commons Julia Child in her kitchen in Massachusetts in 1978. RESOURCES Graphics The American Heroes Collection features digital media assets, including posters, videos,…
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American Hero: Katherine Johnson
KATHERINE JOHNSON: NASA SCIENTIST PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES An American Hero This toolkit, is designed for programming at American Spaces to celebrate American excellence and leadership in technology and space exploration, as well as, to recognize a great American hero. Photo credit: NASA RESOURCES Videos and Digital Media Hidden Figures (127 minutes)* – Three female African-American…
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American Hero: Muhammad Ali
MUHAMMAD ALI PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES An American Hero This toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to recognize and celebrate Muhammad Ali, a true American hero who embodies the spirit of strength, perseverance, and American exceptionalism. President Ronald Reagan “punching” Muhammad Ali in the Oval Office. Photo credit: National Archives KEY DEFINITIONS…
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American Hero: Phillis Wheatley
PHILLIS WHEATLEY: POET & PATRIOT PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES An American Hero This toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to highlight Phillis Wheatley’s contributions to literature, history, and early American identity. Image credit: Library of Congress An engraving of Phillis Wheatley seated at a desk with a quill and paper, looking upward…
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American Hero: Walt Disney
WALT DISNEY PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES An American Hero This toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to celebrate American excellence and recognize a great American hero through the intersection of art, culture, and American history. Publicity photo of Walt Disney from the Boy Scouts of America.Photo credit: Wikimedia Commons Walt Disney, seated, examines film with Mickey…
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American Revolution
THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to create a greater awareness of the American Revolution, its historical context, and its impact on democracy around the world. LESSON PLANS Public Broadcasting Service Liberty! American Revolution – This comprehensive video series (American Spaces will need…
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American Southwest
THE SOUTHWEST UNITED STATES AN AMERICANA SERIES TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This Americana Series Toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces. The information here is designed to broaden knowledge of specific regions of the United States and their local cultures and customs. Photo credit: Brad Scott CURRENT ISSUES Two key issues in the Southwest…
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Artificial Intelligence
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to raise awareness of artificial intelligence and its potential for the future. WHAT IS ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)? Artificial intelligence is defined as the ability of machines to perform tasks that normally require human intelligence. It is typically understood…
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Artificial Intelligence in Education
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN EDUCATION PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to raise awareness of artificial intelligence and its use in education. INTRODUCTION TO AI Artificial intelligence (AI) is a technology that uses algorithms and machine learning to perform tasks that typically require human intelligence. AI has…
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Babe Ruth
BABE RUTH PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES An American Hero This toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to support sports diplomacy through the intersection of sports, culture, and American history. Photo credit: Frances P. Burke – Francis P. Burke Collection, public domain Babe Ruth pitching for the Boston Red Sox during a game…
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Commercial Diplomacy
COMMERCIAL DIPLOMACY PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to connect foreign consumers to American brands, goods, and services; facilitate American business access to local supply chains and talent; and advocate for a business climate that provides mutual benefits for both American business and foreign audiences. Photo credit:…
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Democracy
DEMOCRACY PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This resource toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to define the values of democracy and explain the function, principles, and significance of America’s democratic system of government. DEFINITIONS Popular Sovereignty: the authority and legitimacy of a government come from the consent and will of the people it…
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Disability Awareness
DISABILITY AWARENESS PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to create a greater awareness of issues that persons with disabilities face and how the United States works to ensure they have equal rights. RESOURCES Program Kits Here are some great lesson plans and fun activities to raise…
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Educating Through Comics
EDUCATING THROUGH COMICS PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to increase participants’ awareness of comic books as educational tools and to understand the history and current expressions of this genre of American popular culture. COMICS REFLECT SOCIETY Comic books can take the reader on compelling journeys…
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Eleanor Roosevelt
ELEANOR ROOSEVELT PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES An American Hero This toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces, and to discuss Eleanor Roosevelt’s role in modern diplomacy. Photo credit: Library of Congress Eleanor Roosevelt at the United Nations, circa 1946-1947. Photo credit: FDR Presidential Library & Museum Eleanor Roosevelt, circa 1945. RESOURCES Videos and Digital Media …
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First Amendment Rights: Assembly and Petition
FIRST AMENDMENT RIGHTS: PEACEFUL ASSEMBLY AND PETITION PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This Resource Toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to create a greater awareness of the rights outlined in the First Amendment of the Bill of Rights, specifically the right to assemble peacefully and to petition the government. PROTESTS IN AMERICA Peaceful…
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First Amendment Rights: Freedom of Religion
FIRST AMENDMENT RIGHTS RELIGIOUS FREEDOM PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This Resource Toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to create a greater awareness of the rights outlined in the First Amendment of the Bill of Rights, specifically freedom of religion. This is the second in a series of three First Amendment Toolkits. LESSON…
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First Amendment Rights: Freedom of Speech and the Press
FIRST AMENDMENT RIGHTS: FREEDOM OF SPEECH AND THE PRESS PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to create a greater awareness of the rights outlined in the First Amendment of the Bill of Rights, specifically freedom of speech and of the press. Official White House photo by…
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Food Security
FOOD SECURITY PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to define food security, identify food insecurity causes, outline U.S. government initiatives, and explore strategies for individuals to improve global food security. U.S. Government Initiatives and Biotechnology Food Assistance | Feed the Future | U.S. Agency for International…
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Global Health
GLOBAL HEALTH PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to create a greater awareness of global health-related issues and of U.S. leadership to create a healthier world. RESOURCES Medline Plus from the National Library of Medicine https://medlineplus.gov/ ShareAmerica Article: How U.S. Innovation Impacts Health OverDrive (Libby) Books…
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Grace Hopper
Grace Hopper: Mathematician, Computer Scientist, Innovator PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES An American Hero This toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to introduce pioneering mathematician Grace Hopper and highlight her spirit of innovation and enduring legacy in the field of computer science. Photo Credit: National Museum of American History Photo credit: National Museum…
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Holocaust Remembrance
HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to create a greater awareness of the Holocaust and antisemitism. RESOURCES U.S. Department of State – Office of the Special Envoy for Holocaust Issues (SEHI) – Develops and implements U.S. policy to support the restitution/compensation of property confiscated during…
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Human Trafficking Awareness
HUMAN TRAFFICKING AWARENESS TOOLKIT PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to create a greater awareness of human trafficking and modern slavery and how the United States works to prevent it. NOTE: Some of this content may not be suitable for all audiences and should be reviewed…
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Information & Data Privacy
INFORMATION AND DATA PRIVACY PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces, aiming to define privacy, explain its importance, describe U.S. privacy frameworks, and analyze global approaches to privacy. DEFINITIONS Information and Data Privacy: The protection of personal information and the right of individuals to control how their…
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Intellectual Property
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to create a greater awareness of issues surrounding intellectual property rights. HOW CAN AMERICAN SPACES SUPPORT INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY (IP) RIGHTS? First and foremost, American Spaces should model respect for IP. Here’s how: Ensure that all images used at…
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Jackie Robinson
JACKIE ROBINSON PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES An American Hero This toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to support sports diplomacy through the exploration of a barrier-breaking athlete. Photo credit: Wikimedia Commons Jackie Robinson in his Kansas City Monarchs uniform. Photo credit: Wikimedia Commons Jackie Robinson, first baseman with the Brooklyn Dodgers, circa…
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Maker
MAKER FILM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This film toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces. American Spaces should work with their Public Diplomacy Section to ensure this film is appropriate for American Spaces audiences. FILM DETAILS Year Release: 2014Rating: NRDuration: 65 minutesPublic Performance Rights: YesEnglish Level: IntermediateDirector: Mu-Ming TsaiStarring: Chris Anderson, BarryKatzThemes: STEM, makerspaces,Do-It-Yourself…
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Notes for Notes Music Education
NOTES FOR NOTES: MUSIC EDUCATION FOR POSITIVE EMOTIONAL AND CREATIVE GROWTH DISCUSSION GUIDE FOR AMERICAN SPACES This discussion guide is designed for programming at American Spaces. American Spaces should work with their Public Affairs Section to ensure that this topic and video are appropriate for American Spaces audiences. VIDEO INFORMATION N4N x HTF – featuring…
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Presidents Day
PRESIDENTS’ DAY PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to create a greater awareness of the role and history of the U.S. presidency. Lansdowne portrait of George Washington Painting by Gilbert Stuart LESSON PLANS Public Broadcasting Service This site contains 60-second videos of all past U.S. presidents,…
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Robotics
ROBOTICS PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This toolkit explains the basic history of robotics and provides resources for American Spaces coordinators to develop robotics programming based on varying levels of technology. CADRE: Cooperative Autonomous Distributed Robotic ExplorationPhoto Credit: NASA This is CADRE (photo above), one of three small robots being tested in 2025 at NASA’s…
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Space Exploration
SPACE EXPLORATION PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to showcase the history of U.S. excellence and leadership in space exploration. “That’s one small step [a] for man – one giant leap for mankind.” Astronaut Neil Armstrong, on becoming the first human to step on the Moon. FOR…
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Sports Diplomacy
SPORTS DIPLOMACY PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to promote sports diplomacy, particularly, in support of the Decade of Sport in America. Photo credit: U.S. Air Force U.S. Air Force athlete Mitchell Kieffer participates in the 2014 Warrior Games in Colorado. Photo credit: National Park Service…
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U.S. Presidential Elections
U.S. PRESIDENTIAL ELECTIONS PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This resource toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to explain the function, process, and significance of the U.S. elections process. (Photo from U.S. Department of State Content Commons) DEFINITIONS Representative Democracy: a system of government in which citizens elect representatives to make decisions and create…
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US Constitution
THE U.S. CONSTITUTION PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This Program Toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to create a greater awareness of the U.S. Constitution, how it was formed, and its impact throughout the world. It also includes a curated set of resources to help you design engaging Constitution Day programming, making it easy to…
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Webinar: U.S. National Parks
WEBINAR: U.S. NATIONAL PARKS DISCUSSION GUIDE FOR A WEBINAR FROM THE OFFICE OF THE U.S. SPEAKER PROGRAM This Discussion Guide is designed for virtual programming at American Spaces to create a greater awareness of U.S. National Parks and how they operate. ACCESS TO VIDEO Links: Vimeo Videos Part 1 , Part 2 , Part 3…
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Information Access
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4th of July
U.S. INDEPENDENCE DAY PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for American Spaces to create programs and use social media to focus on Fourth of July celebrations. HIGHLIGHTED RESOURCES Smithsonian Digital Collections The Library of Congress collections of downloadable images and music.Fourth of July Images State Department’s Flickr pages on July 4th…
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5G Technology
FIFTH GENERATION (5G) WIRELESS TECHNOLOGY RESOURCE TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This Activity Guide is designed for programming at American Spaces to create a greater awareness of issues that surround 5G technologies. THE ACTIVITY AudienceSelect an audience with strong English language skills and interested in technology and foreign policy. BehaviorThe goal of the activity is to…
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American Hero: Amelia Earhart
Explore aviator Amelia Earhart’s groundbreaking flights and legacy through videos, lesson plans, and discussion questions supporting cultural diplomacy.
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American Hero: Edgar Allan Poe
EDGAR ALLAN POE: MASTER OF AMERICAN GOTHIC LITERATURE PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES An American Hero This toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to explore Edgar Allan Poe’s life and literary contributions, and to examine the lasting influence of his Gothic style and storytelling innovations on American literature and global culture. Photo credit:…
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American Hero: Elvis Presley
ELVIS PRESLEY: THE KING OF ROCK AND ROLL PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES An American Hero This toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to support music diplomacy through the intersection of music, culture, and American history. Elvis Presley at Olympia Theater, August 3, 1956 Photo Credit: Don Wright for the Miami Herald, Public…
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American Hero: Harper Lee
HARPER LEE PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES An American Hero This toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to explore Harper Lee’s life and literary contributions, and to examine the lasting significance of To Kill a Mockingbird in American literature and cultural history. Photo credit: White House President George W. Bush awards the Presidential…
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American Hero: Julia Child
JULIA CHILD PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES An American Hero This toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to support culinary diplomacy and showcase America’s culinary excellence globally. Photo credit: Wikimedia Commons Julia Child in her kitchen in Massachusetts in 1978. RESOURCES Graphics The American Heroes Collection features digital media assets, including posters, videos,…
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American Hero: Katherine Johnson
KATHERINE JOHNSON: NASA SCIENTIST PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES An American Hero This toolkit, is designed for programming at American Spaces to celebrate American excellence and leadership in technology and space exploration, as well as, to recognize a great American hero. Photo credit: NASA RESOURCES Videos and Digital Media Hidden Figures (127 minutes)* – Three female African-American…
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American Hero: Muhammad Ali
MUHAMMAD ALI PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES An American Hero This toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to recognize and celebrate Muhammad Ali, a true American hero who embodies the spirit of strength, perseverance, and American exceptionalism. President Ronald Reagan “punching” Muhammad Ali in the Oval Office. Photo credit: National Archives KEY DEFINITIONS…
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American Hero: Phillis Wheatley
PHILLIS WHEATLEY: POET & PATRIOT PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES An American Hero This toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to highlight Phillis Wheatley’s contributions to literature, history, and early American identity. Image credit: Library of Congress An engraving of Phillis Wheatley seated at a desk with a quill and paper, looking upward…
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American Hero: Walt Disney
WALT DISNEY PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES An American Hero This toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to celebrate American excellence and recognize a great American hero through the intersection of art, culture, and American history. Publicity photo of Walt Disney from the Boy Scouts of America.Photo credit: Wikimedia Commons Walt Disney, seated, examines film with Mickey…
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American Southwest
THE SOUTHWEST UNITED STATES AN AMERICANA SERIES TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This Americana Series Toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces. The information here is designed to broaden knowledge of specific regions of the United States and their local cultures and customs. Photo credit: Brad Scott CURRENT ISSUES Two key issues in the Southwest…
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Artificial Intelligence
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to raise awareness of artificial intelligence and its potential for the future. WHAT IS ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)? Artificial intelligence is defined as the ability of machines to perform tasks that normally require human intelligence. It is typically understood…
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Artificial Intelligence in Education
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN EDUCATION PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to raise awareness of artificial intelligence and its use in education. INTRODUCTION TO AI Artificial intelligence (AI) is a technology that uses algorithms and machine learning to perform tasks that typically require human intelligence. AI has…
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Babe Ruth
BABE RUTH PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES An American Hero This toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to support sports diplomacy through the intersection of sports, culture, and American history. Photo credit: Frances P. Burke – Francis P. Burke Collection, public domain Babe Ruth pitching for the Boston Red Sox during a game…
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Democracy
DEMOCRACY PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This resource toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to define the values of democracy and explain the function, principles, and significance of America’s democratic system of government. DEFINITIONS Popular Sovereignty: the authority and legitimacy of a government come from the consent and will of the people it…
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Disability Awareness
DISABILITY AWARENESS PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to create a greater awareness of issues that persons with disabilities face and how the United States works to ensure they have equal rights. RESOURCES Program Kits Here are some great lesson plans and fun activities to raise…
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Educating Through Comics
EDUCATING THROUGH COMICS PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to increase participants’ awareness of comic books as educational tools and to understand the history and current expressions of this genre of American popular culture. COMICS REFLECT SOCIETY Comic books can take the reader on compelling journeys…
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Eleanor Roosevelt
ELEANOR ROOSEVELT PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES An American Hero This toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces, and to discuss Eleanor Roosevelt’s role in modern diplomacy. Photo credit: Library of Congress Eleanor Roosevelt at the United Nations, circa 1946-1947. Photo credit: FDR Presidential Library & Museum Eleanor Roosevelt, circa 1945. RESOURCES Videos and Digital Media …
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First Amendment Rights: Assembly and Petition
FIRST AMENDMENT RIGHTS: PEACEFUL ASSEMBLY AND PETITION PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This Resource Toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to create a greater awareness of the rights outlined in the First Amendment of the Bill of Rights, specifically the right to assemble peacefully and to petition the government. PROTESTS IN AMERICA Peaceful…
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First Amendment Rights: Freedom of Religion
FIRST AMENDMENT RIGHTS RELIGIOUS FREEDOM PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This Resource Toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to create a greater awareness of the rights outlined in the First Amendment of the Bill of Rights, specifically freedom of religion. This is the second in a series of three First Amendment Toolkits. LESSON…
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First Amendment Rights: Freedom of Speech and the Press
FIRST AMENDMENT RIGHTS: FREEDOM OF SPEECH AND THE PRESS PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to create a greater awareness of the rights outlined in the First Amendment of the Bill of Rights, specifically freedom of speech and of the press. Official White House photo by…
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Food Security
FOOD SECURITY PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to define food security, identify food insecurity causes, outline U.S. government initiatives, and explore strategies for individuals to improve global food security. U.S. Government Initiatives and Biotechnology Food Assistance | Feed the Future | U.S. Agency for International…
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Global Health
GLOBAL HEALTH PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to create a greater awareness of global health-related issues and of U.S. leadership to create a healthier world. RESOURCES Medline Plus from the National Library of Medicine https://medlineplus.gov/ ShareAmerica Article: How U.S. Innovation Impacts Health OverDrive (Libby) Books…
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Grace Hopper
Grace Hopper: Mathematician, Computer Scientist, Innovator PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES An American Hero This toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to introduce pioneering mathematician Grace Hopper and highlight her spirit of innovation and enduring legacy in the field of computer science. Photo Credit: National Museum of American History Photo credit: National Museum…
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Higher Education in the United States
HIGHER EDUCATION IN THE UNITED STATES PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This toolkit is designed for American Space coordinators or volunteers to teach high school students about U.S. educational opportunities and to connect students with EducationUSA advising centers or its Facebook page. RESOURCES EducationUSA A U.S. Department of State network of over 430 international student advising centers…
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Historically Black Colleges and Universities
HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES RESOURCE TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This Resource Toolkit contains information to be used at American Spaces to provide information on Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), which play an important role in the U.S. higher education system. DEFINITIONS STEM: Science, technology, engineering and mathematics Social mobility: The ability to move up…
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Holocaust Remembrance
HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to create a greater awareness of the Holocaust and antisemitism. RESOURCES U.S. Department of State – Office of the Special Envoy for Holocaust Issues (SEHI) – Develops and implements U.S. policy to support the restitution/compensation of property confiscated during…
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Human Trafficking Awareness
HUMAN TRAFFICKING AWARENESS TOOLKIT PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to create a greater awareness of human trafficking and modern slavery and how the United States works to prevent it. NOTE: Some of this content may not be suitable for all audiences and should be reviewed…
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Information & Data Privacy
INFORMATION AND DATA PRIVACY PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces, aiming to define privacy, explain its importance, describe U.S. privacy frameworks, and analyze global approaches to privacy. DEFINITIONS Information and Data Privacy: The protection of personal information and the right of individuals to control how their…
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Intellectual Property
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to create a greater awareness of issues surrounding intellectual property rights. HOW CAN AMERICAN SPACES SUPPORT INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY (IP) RIGHTS? First and foremost, American Spaces should model respect for IP. Here’s how: Ensure that all images used at…
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Jackie Robinson
JACKIE ROBINSON PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES An American Hero This toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to support sports diplomacy through the exploration of a barrier-breaking athlete. Photo credit: Wikimedia Commons Jackie Robinson in his Kansas City Monarchs uniform. Photo credit: Wikimedia Commons Jackie Robinson, first baseman with the Brooklyn Dodgers, circa…
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Maker
MAKER FILM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This film toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces. American Spaces should work with their Public Diplomacy Section to ensure this film is appropriate for American Spaces audiences. FILM DETAILS Year Release: 2014Rating: NRDuration: 65 minutesPublic Performance Rights: YesEnglish Level: IntermediateDirector: Mu-Ming TsaiStarring: Chris Anderson, BarryKatzThemes: STEM, makerspaces,Do-It-Yourself…
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Notes for Notes Music Education
NOTES FOR NOTES: MUSIC EDUCATION FOR POSITIVE EMOTIONAL AND CREATIVE GROWTH DISCUSSION GUIDE FOR AMERICAN SPACES This discussion guide is designed for programming at American Spaces. American Spaces should work with their Public Affairs Section to ensure that this topic and video are appropriate for American Spaces audiences. VIDEO INFORMATION N4N x HTF – featuring…
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Presidents Day
PRESIDENTS’ DAY PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to create a greater awareness of the role and history of the U.S. presidency. Lansdowne portrait of George Washington Painting by Gilbert Stuart LESSON PLANS Public Broadcasting Service This site contains 60-second videos of all past U.S. presidents,…
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Robotics
ROBOTICS PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This toolkit explains the basic history of robotics and provides resources for American Spaces coordinators to develop robotics programming based on varying levels of technology. CADRE: Cooperative Autonomous Distributed Robotic ExplorationPhoto Credit: NASA This is CADRE (photo above), one of three small robots being tested in 2025 at NASA’s…
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Space Exploration
SPACE EXPLORATION PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to showcase the history of U.S. excellence and leadership in space exploration. “That’s one small step [a] for man – one giant leap for mankind.” Astronaut Neil Armstrong, on becoming the first human to step on the Moon. FOR…
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Sports Diplomacy
SPORTS DIPLOMACY PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to promote sports diplomacy, particularly, in support of the Decade of Sport in America. Photo credit: U.S. Air Force U.S. Air Force athlete Mitchell Kieffer participates in the 2014 Warrior Games in Colorado. Photo credit: National Park Service…
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U.S. Presidential Elections
U.S. PRESIDENTIAL ELECTIONS PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This resource toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to explain the function, process, and significance of the U.S. elections process. (Photo from U.S. Department of State Content Commons) DEFINITIONS Representative Democracy: a system of government in which citizens elect representatives to make decisions and create…
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US Constitution
THE U.S. CONSTITUTION PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This Program Toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to create a greater awareness of the U.S. Constitution, how it was formed, and its impact throughout the world. It also includes a curated set of resources to help you design engaging Constitution Day programming, making it easy to…
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Webinar: U.S. National Parks
WEBINAR: U.S. NATIONAL PARKS DISCUSSION GUIDE FOR A WEBINAR FROM THE OFFICE OF THE U.S. SPEAKER PROGRAM This Discussion Guide is designed for virtual programming at American Spaces to create a greater awareness of U.S. National Parks and how they operate. ACCESS TO VIDEO Links: Vimeo Videos Part 1 , Part 2 , Part 3…
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Professional Skills Building
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5G Technology
FIFTH GENERATION (5G) WIRELESS TECHNOLOGY RESOURCE TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This Activity Guide is designed for programming at American Spaces to create a greater awareness of issues that surround 5G technologies. THE ACTIVITY AudienceSelect an audience with strong English language skills and interested in technology and foreign policy. BehaviorThe goal of the activity is to…
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Artificial Intelligence
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to raise awareness of artificial intelligence and its potential for the future. WHAT IS ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)? Artificial intelligence is defined as the ability of machines to perform tasks that normally require human intelligence. It is typically understood…
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Artificial Intelligence in Education
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN EDUCATION PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to raise awareness of artificial intelligence and its use in education. INTRODUCTION TO AI Artificial intelligence (AI) is a technology that uses algorithms and machine learning to perform tasks that typically require human intelligence. AI has…
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Commercial Diplomacy
COMMERCIAL DIPLOMACY PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to connect foreign consumers to American brands, goods, and services; facilitate American business access to local supply chains and talent; and advocate for a business climate that provides mutual benefits for both American business and foreign audiences. Photo credit:…
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Educating Through Comics
EDUCATING THROUGH COMICS PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to increase participants’ awareness of comic books as educational tools and to understand the history and current expressions of this genre of American popular culture. COMICS REFLECT SOCIETY Comic books can take the reader on compelling journeys…
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Information & Data Privacy
INFORMATION AND DATA PRIVACY PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces, aiming to define privacy, explain its importance, describe U.S. privacy frameworks, and analyze global approaches to privacy. DEFINITIONS Information and Data Privacy: The protection of personal information and the right of individuals to control how their…
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Intellectual Property
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to create a greater awareness of issues surrounding intellectual property rights. HOW CAN AMERICAN SPACES SUPPORT INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY (IP) RIGHTS? First and foremost, American Spaces should model respect for IP. Here’s how: Ensure that all images used at…
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Maker
MAKER FILM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This film toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces. American Spaces should work with their Public Diplomacy Section to ensure this film is appropriate for American Spaces audiences. FILM DETAILS Year Release: 2014Rating: NRDuration: 65 minutesPublic Performance Rights: YesEnglish Level: IntermediateDirector: Mu-Ming TsaiStarring: Chris Anderson, BarryKatzThemes: STEM, makerspaces,Do-It-Yourself…
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Robotics
ROBOTICS PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This toolkit explains the basic history of robotics and provides resources for American Spaces coordinators to develop robotics programming based on varying levels of technology. CADRE: Cooperative Autonomous Distributed Robotic ExplorationPhoto Credit: NASA This is CADRE (photo above), one of three small robots being tested in 2025 at NASA’s…
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U.S. Exchange Alumni Engagement
U.S. Higher Education Promotion
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Educating Through Comics
EDUCATING THROUGH COMICS PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to increase participants’ awareness of comic books as educational tools and to understand the history and current expressions of this genre of American popular culture. COMICS REFLECT SOCIETY Comic books can take the reader on compelling journeys…
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Higher Education in the United States
HIGHER EDUCATION IN THE UNITED STATES PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This toolkit is designed for American Space coordinators or volunteers to teach high school students about U.S. educational opportunities and to connect students with EducationUSA advising centers or its Facebook page. RESOURCES EducationUSA A U.S. Department of State network of over 430 international student advising centers…
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Historically Black Colleges and Universities
HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES RESOURCE TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES This Resource Toolkit contains information to be used at American Spaces to provide information on Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), which play an important role in the U.S. higher education system. DEFINITIONS STEM: Science, technology, engineering and mathematics Social mobility: The ability to move up…
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