Here’s our end of year newsletter  that lists our most accessed toolkits, discussion guides, eLibraryUSA resources, and Kanopy films of 2020. You can view previous newsletters here (PDF 2.3 MB) .

Studies have shown that immersive media such as virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) can elicit a stronger emotional response from the user. In addition, it can allow for a more rich and memorable educational experience. American Spaces should consider making use of this new technology to provide foreign audiences with a more meaningful …

Artificial intelligence (AI) is defined as the ability of machines to perform tasks that normally require human intelligence. It is typically understood as an automated system capable of analyzing data and making choices autonomously. The rapid progress in the development of AI technologies has many potential benefits, including the creation of new industries, job opportunities, …

We’ve created two new resource toolkits centered on the American Revolution (PDF 771 KB) and the U.S. Constitution (PDF 1.1 MB) . These toolkits are designed to help American Spaces share the story of America’s remarkable founding. The American Revolution Resource Toolkit provides links to lesson plans, online and printable museum exhibits, online courses, videos, articles, and immersive media and 360 videos that can be accessed with virtual reality …

This  Resource Toolkit (466 kb PDF ) 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 freedom of speech and of the press. The toolkit contains articles, videos, lesson plans, and links that describe how these rights are protected and …

This toolkit (PDF 709KB) provides information on the end of World War II and the role that the United States played in this war. September 2, 2020 marks the 75th anniversary of the end of this war. The toolkit contains links to videos, including access to Ken Burns’ documentary The War (via Kanopy), lesson plans, movies, and graphics for American Spaces to conduct related …

This Resource Toolkit (460 kb PDF ) 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. The toolkit contains articles, videos, lesson plans and links to famous American movements fueled by protests. This …

This Virtual Programming Resource Toolkit (PDF 597KB) provides resources and tips to help you create online programs at American Spaces. With the outbreak of COVID-19, many American Spaces are minimizing in-person engagement. Whether or not your American Space is doing fewer in-person programs, we recommend that all American Spaces do more virtual engagement. This allows you to connect not only with …

On Tuesday, November 3, 2020, U.S. citizens 18 years and older will not only cast their votes for the office of the President of the United States, but they will vote for representatives for the U.S. Congress, as well as state and local officials. This 2020 Elections Resource Toolkit (PDF 925 kb) is designed for programming at American Spaces to create a …

This Resource Toolkit (PDF 1MB) is designed for programming at American Spaces to increase participants’ awareness of disinformation and their media literacy skills. The toolkit contains best practices, as well as links to lesson plans, videos, games, fact checking and news sites, and online courses.

This activity guide (pdf 474kb) is designed for programming at American Spaces to create a greater awareness of issues that surround fifth generation (5G) wireless technologies. Students will watch videos, read articles, and participate in a debate on 5G security issues. The activity guide contains a lesson plan, a student handout, and links to more information on 5G …

August 18, 2020 marks the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution and August 26, 1920 was its adoption into law. These were two important milestones in the long fight for U.S. women’s voting rights. This Resource Toolkit (PDF 799) for Women’s History Month for March 2020 contains lesson plans, discussion guides, posters, …

Each February, the United States celebrates African-American History Month, also known as Black History Month. This annual celebration recognizes the achievements by African Americans and their central role in U.S. history. This Resource Toolkit (PDF 662KB) contains lesson plans, videos, photos, exhibits, articles, and PowerPoint slides to be used at American Spaces to recognize the achievements by African Americans and …

The United States Agency for Global Media (USAGM), formerly known as the Broadcasting Board of Governors, is an independent agency of the U.S. government that runs news agencies around the world through five networks: Voice of America Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty Radio Free Asia Middle East Broadcasting Networks – Al Hurra & Radio Sava Office of Cuba Broadcasting These news agencies provide independent, timely, and accurate reporting in more than 60 languages with …

This Resource Toolkit (PDF 1.1MB) is designed for programming at American Spaces to create a greater awareness of gender-based violence and assist American Spaces’ programming for the 16 Days Campaign from November 25 to December 10.

This toolkit (PDF 351KB) provides resources for conducting programming for the Global Entrepreneurship Week held November 16-22, 2020. The information and resources in this kit come from Global Entrepreneurship Network’s website at www.genglobal.org , as well as from the website of the Office of the American Spaces.

This  program module (PDF 621 kb) encourages participants to think about and engage with themes and stories of U.S. immigration by highlighting the impacts of well-known inventions or entrepreneurial endeavors by U.S. immigrants. The Adobe Reader is required to view this document.  You can download it for free.