Teaching with YouTube by Jennifer Gagliardi
How to use set-up your YouTube channel to deliver personalized to your students inside and outside of the classroom.
Silent Parade, 1917, New York, organized by NAACP to promote civil rights (source)
The Silent Parade of 1917 The Silent Parade (or Silent protest) was a march of between 8,000 and 10,000 African Americans on July 28, 1917, in New York City. The purpose of the parade was to protest lynching and anti-black violence. The parade was precipitated by the East St. Louis Riots in May and July 1917, when between 40 and 250 black people were killed by white mobs.
The Silent Paradewas organized by W. E. B. Du Bois and the NAACP. They hoped to influence president Woodrow Wilsonto carry through on his election promises to African-American voters to implement anti-lynching legislation, and promote black causes. Wilson did not do so, and repudiated his promises, and federal discrimination increased during Wilson's presidency.
It was the first parade of its kind in New York, and the second instance of blacks publicly demonstrating for civil rights. Read more
POP QUIZ 1. What does the Constitution do? 2. What is one right or freedom from the First Amendment?* 3. What are two rights in the Declaration of Independence? 4. What is the “rule of law”? 5. What are two rights of everyone living in the United States? 6. What are two ways that Americans can participate in their democracy? 7. Who was President during World War I? 8. What movement tried to end racial discrimination?
"The recent deaths of 10 individuals in Texas again brought attention to people risking their lives in search of a better future.
U.S. officials say those who died were part of a group who paid smugglers to help them get into the United States illegally. They were being transported in the back of a tractor-trailer truck.
Police discovered eight bodies inside the truck’s trailer early Sunday outside a Walmart store in San Antonio. Two more victims died after being taken to the hospital. Police said 39 people were inside the truck when rescuers arrived. But survivors said up to 200 people may have been inside during the trip." read more / listen to the story
Words in This Story
tractor-trailer – n. large truck used to transport loads of cargo
heatstroke – n. serious medical condition caused by staying too long in the heat
immigrant – n. person who goes to a country with the intention of living there
human smuggling – n. the importation of people into a country illegally, with those being smuggled generally cooperating
migrant – n. person who changes country of residence, especially to find work
human trafficking – n. the importation of people into a country against their will, for the specific purpose of exploiting them to work in the sex trade or other forced work situations
persecution – n. treating someone cruelly or unfairly
journey – n. traveling from one place to another
calculus – n cost or value of something famine – n. situation in which many people do not have enough food to eat
Grants will support citizenship preparation services for lawful permanent residents
On July 25, 2017, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) began accepting applications for two competitive funding opportunities under the Citizenship and Assimilation Grant Program. Both funding opportunities aim to prepare lawful permanent residents for naturalization and promote civic assimilation through increased knowledge of English, U.S. history, and civics. Through these two funding opportunities, USCIS will offer up to $10 million in competitive funding for citizenship preparation programs in communities across the country. Applications are due by August 6, 2017.Find outhow to apply.
About the Citizenship and Assimilation Grants
The Citizenship and Assimilation Grant Program has been a part of a multifaceted effort to provide citizenship preparation resources, support, and information to immigrants and immigrant-serving organizations since 2009.
The program has awarded a total of $63 million through 308 competitive grants to immigrant-serving organizations in 37 states and the District of Columbia. The program has helped more than 170,000 permanent residents prepare for U.S. citizenship.
Grant Recipients
Citizenship instruction grant recipients are public or private nonprofit organizations that are local in scope and service delivery area and that have recent experience providing English as a second language (ESL) instruction in a classroom setting that follows a curriculum. They include faith-based groups, and community and literacy organizations.
Citizenship instruction and naturalization application services grant recipients are public or private nonprofit organizations with recent experience providing citizenship instruction and naturalization application services to eligible permanent residents. They include public school systems, public libraries, community and faith-based groups, adult education organizations, and literacy organizations.
In September 2016, USCIS announced the award of nearly $10 million in grants under two competitive funding opportunities to 46 organizations in 21 states to help permanent residents prepare and apply for U.S. citizenship.
The first grant opportunity supports organizations that provide citizenship instruction and naturalization legal services. The second opportunity, new this year, will support citizenship education programs at eligible community-based organizations, with no requirement to provide naturalization legal services. The second opportunity sought to encourage the expansion of the existing field of citizenship instruction programs, particularly those offered by small, community-based organizations that have not previously received a grant from USCIS.
Program in Action
See photos of the Citizenship and Integration Grant Program.
Yesterday I got the news that one of my long-time students, Annie Lau, passed her citizenship interview. So today we are going to listen to her last practice interview. This interview was based on our "Regular Citizenship Interview" and includes random civics questions. You can also watch an earlier interview with Annie on our YouTube channel.
Episodes of US Citizenship Podcast are now available on the uscitizenpod YouTube channel where you will find more videos from our Summer School ESL/Citizenship at Milpitas Adult Education. You can also subscribe to us on iTunes, Stitcher, or simply download out free app for the Apple or Google Play stores.
More News: The new paperback edition of my book, US Citizenship Bootcamp has been published! You can get the ebook now from Apple iBookor Smashwords. However, the new paperback is a big improvement over the ebook: each chapter has picture and definition vocabulary quizzes plus an expanded chapter about the Oath of Allegiance. Order the book from ESLPublishing.com. I will have more info about the book next week.
uscitizenpod: Summer School Practice Citizenship Interview #3 with Diana Arias Today we are going to listen to Diana Arias (Columbia) new versions of the Easy Interview--15 questions based on the N-400 plus some civics questions. These interviews are part of the Round-Robin series of interviews and listening quizzes that will be release Labor Day 2017. US Citizenship Podcast:
Teacher Jennifer says: As you look at the stamps in online exhibit below, find the American Indian Leader's name and tribe. Check if the tribe is listed as an answer to USCIS 100:87 Smithsonian Postal Museum: The American Indian in Postage Stamps: Profiles in Leadership, Accomplishment and Cultural Celebration(virtual exhibit) Historic American Indian leaders honored here on postage stamps, exemplify a wide range of reaction to the radical confrontations that would drastically affect the traditions and culture of their peoples. Some chose resistance and war; others chose a path of adaptation and accommodation to a new way of life. In all cases, these leaders of nations were elder representatives of huge extended families, and their commitment to future generations was paramount. USCIS 100:59. Who lived in America before the Europeans arrived? ▪ American Indians ▪ Native Americans USCIS 100:87. Name one American Indian tribe in the United States. [USCIS Officers will be supplied with a list of federally recognized American Indian tribes.] ▪ Cherokee ▪ Navajo ▪ Sioux ▪ Chippewa ▪ Choctaw ▪ Pueblo ▪ Apache ▪ Iroquois ▪ Creek ▪ Blackfeet ▪ Seminole ▪ Cheyenne ▪ Arawak ▪ Shawnee ▪ Mohegan ▪ Huron ▪ Oneida ▪ Lakota ▪ Crow ▪ Teton ▪ Hopi ▪ Inuit
The Equality and Freedom lesson plan and handouts for low intermediate and intermediate learners covering civics test items 6, 48, 60, 74, 77, 84, and 85.
Smithsonian: Preparing for the Oath: Rights (video) (transcript pg 14-17)
This teacher guide features a student handout, Finish the Sentence—Rights, and steps for taking the class through the Rights theme. Download teacher guide.
Today we are going to listen to Diep Bui new versions of the Easy Interview--15 questions based on the N-400 plus some civics questions. These interviews are part of the Round-Robin series of interviews and listening quizzes that will be release Labor Day 2017.
Today we are going to listen to a couple from Shanghai responding to two new versions of the Easy Interview--15 questions based on the N-400 plus some civics questions. These interviews are part of the Round-Robin series of interviews and listening quizzes that will be release Labor Day 2016. Episodes of US Citizenship Podcast are now available on Stitcher plus the uscitizenpod YouTube channel where you will find more videos from our Summer School ESL/Citizenship at Milpitas Adult Education. More News: I just received the proof for the new paperback edition of my book, US Citizenship Bootcamp. Prepare for the US Citizenship interview by completing a series of 10 interviews based on the USCIS N-400 Application for Naturalization (rev 03/26/16). The first interview includes 10 simple questions; the subsequent interviews gradually introduce new vocabulary and grammar patterns. Includes civics quizzes, 2 glossaries, Citizenship resources, and more! You can get the ebook now from Apple iBook or Smashwords. However, the new paperback is a big improvement over the ebook: each chapter has picture and definition vocabulary quizzes plus an expanded chapter about the Oath of Allegiance. Order the book from ESLPublishing.com. I wil have more info sbout the book in a week or two.
In this 360° video, attend a naturalization ceremony with Zachee Pouga Tinhaga, a lawyer from Cameroon, as he takes the oath of allegiance to become a U.S. citizen.
By: Michael Kirby Smith, Niko Koppel, Guglielmo Mattioli
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VOA News Video: Travel Ban Complicates Families Awaiting Refugee Foster Children
While a U.S.judge expanded the rules for coming to the U.S. under the travel order Thursday, some groups remain in limbo, including children without family who come to the U.S. to live with guardians known as foster parents. The refugee agency that serves the Unaccompanied Refugee Minors Program says it doubts the new ruling affects. As Arash Arabasadi reports the would-be parents continue to wait. Originally published at - https://www.voanews.com/a/3944676.html
“The Story of Us” features Aden Batar, a Muslim from Somalia who became an American citizen after being granted asylum in the United States. Now, he works as the Immigration and Refugee Resettlement Director at Catholic Community Services of Utah in Salt Lake City. The show also highlighted the work of Holy Cross Ministries, particularly their services to victims of domestic abuse. In what may seem like an unlikely place for “outsiders” to make a home, Salt Lake City residents are creating a community where everybody is welcome.
It may be broadcast at any time. You can find a list of currently scheduled air dates for episodes in The Visionaries series here. “The Story of US” is part of Season 21.
The producers of the documentary, Visionaries, are also working with us to develop means for local organizations and Catholic media outlets to use the show for advocacy and promotional efforts. Please consider contacting your local affiliate and encouraging them to air this uplifting look at the work done with refugees and victims of human trafficking. Find contact information for your local PBS affiliate here: http://www.stationindex.com/tv/by-net/pbs
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CUNY Citizenship Now! provides free, high quality, and confidential immigration law services to help individuals and families on their path to U.S. citizenship.
Exam Preparation Handbook (free pdf)
Provides valuable information and tools to help prepare you for the citizenship test.
Any baby born in the United States automatically becomes a U.S. citizen. This is called “birthright citizenship.” Republicans running for president are questioning whether it should continue to be the law of the land. Donald Trump is a New York businessman and television reality show host who wants to be president. He is calling for an end to the birthright citizenship policy.
Except for American Samoa, people born in these territories automatically become U.S. citizens. They have many of the same rights as other U.S. citizens; however, they may not vote for president, and they do not pay federal taxes. People who live in American Samoa are U.S. nationals but are not automatically given birthright citizenship. In other words, they do not automatically become U.S. citizens at birth. (Read more)
I started US Citizenship Podcast in 2007 because many of my students were unable attend class regularly because of family responsibilities. In summer, the reverse is true: many schools are closed and citizenship programs are hiatus. so I want to start off this episode with one of the very best ways about how to prepare for your Citizenship Interview: HINT: Notice things around you that are ANSWERS on the Citizenship Test--then try to remember the QUESTIONS. This could be as easy as opening your wallet: take out your driver's license and see how many N-400 questions you can answer simply from the info on your driver's license. You may have credit cards that get you points for airline tickets for your next trip, photos of your family, a paycheck stub, and a parking ticket. Money, especially coins, is not only useful to review the presidents but geography as well. Today's pdf of the geography quiz takes the HINT a bit further: street signs, store and restaurant signs, a kid wearing a sports jersey, a car with the out-of-state license plate may be the ANSWER to a Civics Question. Repeat the answer to yourself, then try to remember to the civics question. Every time you connect the N-400 and the civics questions to your daily life, you are that much closer to your goal of US citizenship. As Eliza Schuyler sings to Hamilton: "Look around, look around at how lucky we are!" Beginning Inteview pdf http://goo.gl/kxzSuT USCIS 100:88-95: Geography Quiz http://traffic.libsyn.com/uscitizenpod/citz-geo.pdf
This is an outstanding collection translations of the N-400 by the The Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC) and its partners. Note, check to see if each translation is based on the new version (3/26/2016) or the old version (9/13/13).
Here are translations of the N-400 by community-based partner organizations. There is also video translation of the 2/4/14 N-400 into Khmer available, courtesy of The Cambodian Family (www.cambodianfamily.org).
A step by step guide to completing the N-400 is available here.
Each year, the National Archives organizes events marking the Fourth of July, the birthday of the United States of America. This year, the National Archives prepared an especially fitting exhibition. Entitled “Amending America,” it is a story about thousands of failed attempts to change the U.S. Constitution, a succinct body of fundamental principles and precedents by which America is governed. VOA’s Nikoleta Ilic recently caught up with National Archives curator, Christine Blackerby. Originally published at - https://www.voanews.com/a/national-archives-us-constitution/3925183.html
POP QUIZ: 1. What is the supreme law of the land? 2. What does the Constitution do? 3. The idea of self-government is in the first three words of the Constitution. What are these words? 4. What is an amendment? 5. What do we call the first ten amendments to the Constitution? 6. What is one right or freedom from the First Amendment?* 7. How many amendments does the Constitution have? 10. What is freedom of religion? 14. What stops one branch of government from becoming too powerful? 41. Under our Constitution, some powers belong to the federal government. What is one power of the federal government? 42. Under our Constitution, some powers belong to the states. What is one power of the states? 48. There are four amendments to the Constitution about who can vote. Describe one of them. 50. Name one right only for United States citizens. 51. What are two rights of everyone living in the United States? 66. When was the Constitution written?
uscitizenpod: US Citizenship Podcast Independence Day Quiz (video) Celebrate Independence Day with uscitizenpod. Here is a quiz based on USCIS 100:08, 09, 61, 62, 63, 64, 96, 97, 98, 99, 100.
SI.edu/USCIS: Preparing for the Oath: U.S. History and Civics for Citizenship This web resource provides online videos and activities on the 100 civics questions from the naturalization test and highlights museum objects from the Smithsonian Institution. Visit the “Establishing Independence” and “Symbols and Holidays” themes for information on Independence Day.
USCIS helps you prepare for the civics test by posting a new paylist: one video for each civics and history question asked by different examiners. For Independence Day, check out 100:08, 09, 61, 62, 63, 64, 96, 97, 98, 99, 100. Good job, USCIS! USCIS: Lesson Plans and Activities Visit this page to find lesson plans, student handouts, and answer keys on a variety of topics, including Thomas Jefferson and the Declaration of Independence (Beginning Level), American Symbols and Celebrations (Beginning and Intermediate Levels), Establishing Independence (Intermediate Level). USCIS: Independence Day 2015 - Declaration of Independence U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (uscis.gov) thanks everyone who participated in our video project to celebrate the nation's 239th birthday on July 4. To find naturalization ceremony photos and immigrant stories posted by some of the more than 700,000 people each year who become U.S. citizens, check #newUScitizen and #newAmericans on social media.
More Resources American English at State: Celebrate Independence Day(pdf) Americans celebrate Independence Day on July 4 because on July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress approved the Declaration of Independence, officially breaking bonds with England and forming a new independent nation, the United States of America. JenniferESL: Lesson 26 - Red, White & Blue Idioms - Happy Fourth of July!
Learn six idioms based on the colors red, white, and blue. MORE PRACTICE Rachel's English: 4th of July Traditions Happy 4th of July! This is the day we celebrate America’s independence. Study vocabulary, pronunciation, and phrases as we study REAL English conversation and learn about 4th of July traditions in the US. TED-ED: What you might not know about the Declaration of Independence - Kenneth C. Davis (video) In June 1776, a little over a year after the start of the American Revolutionary War, the US Continental Congress huddled together in a hot room in Philadelphia to talk independence. Kenneth C. Davis dives into some of the lesser known facts about the process of writing the Declaration of Independence and questions one very controversial omission. US News: 15,000 people became Americans on Independence Day 2017
Immigrants from around the world celebrated their new American citizenship in over 65 naturalization ceremonies across the United States.
