American Spaces Nicaragua NEWSLETTER Black History Month was created in 1926 in the United States, when historian Carter G. Woodson and the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History announced the second week of February to be "Negro History Week". This week was chosen because it marked the birthday of both Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass. Woodson created the holiday with the hope that it eventually be eliminat- ed when black history became fundamental to American history. Negro History Week was met with enthusiastic response; it prompted the creation of black history clubs, an increase in interest among teachers, and interest from progressive whites. Negro History Week grew in popularity throughout the following decades, with mayors across the United States endorsing it as a holiday. 2013 February NO. 2
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American Spaces
Nicaragua
NEWSLETTER
Black History Month was created in 1926 in the United States, when historian Carter G. Woodson and the Association for the Study of
Negro Life and History announced the second week of February to be "Negro History Week". This week was chosen because it marked
the birthday of both Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass. Woodson created the holiday with the hope that it eventually be eliminat-
ed when black history became fundamental to American history. Negro History Week was met with enthusiastic response; it prompted
the creation of black history clubs, an increase in interest among teachers, and interest from progressive whites. Negro History Week
grew in popularity throughout the following decades, with mayors across the United States endorsing it as a holiday.
2013 February
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The American Corner Coordinator and the English Language Coordinator at the U.S.
Embassy both coordinated two on-line seminars on February 6 and 20, for 30 English
students and teachers. The participants received
on-line training about different methodologies.
The topics were:
Integrating special English and other voices of
American resources into EFL classrooms.
Getting the most out of TESOL International
Association.
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Workshop 1— Trace Effect
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On February 5, the English Language Coordinator at
the U.S. Embassy organized the first Trace Effects
workshop for 75 English students at ULA University
in Managua.
This was a very dynamic workshop that featured:
John Fer—Public Affairs Officer / U.S. Embassy—Trace Effect
Elizabeth Smith—English Language Fellow
Peace Corps—Karen Ocon
Glenda Torres—EducationUSA Adviser
Leda Chavarria—English Language Coordinator / U.S. Embassy
Nubia Manzanares—American Corner Coordinator
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Renida: Librarian Association in Nicaragua
On February 1st, the American Corner Coordinator was invited to participate at the Renida (the Li-brarian Association of Nicaragua) meeting. This provided a perfect opportunity to talk about the different services available for users at the Ameri-can Corner.
American Corner Coordinator visited the library at the Centro Cultural
Batahola in Managua on February 14.
7 students who are volunteering at the center received training. They
learned about Bulletin Online and eLibraryUSA.
Training Bulletin Online and eLibraryUSA
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Valentine’s Day—Celebration Story Time and Handicrafts
Every year, the American Corner Coordinator organizes a Handicraft session
with children who visit the American Corner to celebrate Valentine’s Day. On
February 15, 7 children had the opportunity to work with plastic bottles to pro-
mote recycling to protect the environment. The end-product resulted in candy
containers for all.
After the arts and crafts event, the children took part in Story Time to promote
reading. The book chosen was El Loro Tico Tango.
eBOOKS and KINDLES Students at the Binational Center
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On February 25, English teacher
Adonis Perez, presented the
eBooks and Kindle program. The
event reached out to 19 students
from regular and Saturday classes
combined.
Students commented on the uses
of the kindles.
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On February 22, the American Corner Coordinator visited
the George Buchenme Library in Ciudad Sandino. She intro-
duced the Kindle Reader program and audio books.
The participants, 15 public school teachers, also participat-
ed in a handicraft session that promoted recycling plastic
bottles.
The Reading Club The Güegüense: Nicaragua Literature
and EducationUSA Services
On February 21, the Reading Club shared a wealth
of invaluable information for the 15 English stu-
dents who participated. First, Fulbrighter Rolando
Tellez presented his book, an English version of the
folk tale The Güegüense. Afterwards, the Educa-
tional Adviser talked to the participants about
study opportunities at the U.S. and the services
offered by EducationUSA .
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