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 …
To increase mutual understanding and assist in the development of peaceful relations, the U.S. government supports a variety of exchange programs in countries across the world, such as Fulbright, IVLP, UGRAD, SUSI, YALI, YLAI, and YSEALI (See full list here ). Engagement with alumni of these programs is one of the Five Core Programming Pillars of the American Spaces. This …
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 …
