Remote learning continues with today’s Scholar Exchange focused on the Founding Documents—another in our series of sessions that are perfect for AP Government and Politics exam review. Then get ready for a fascinating May as our Scholar Exchanges take on the topics of the Second Amendment, the Electoral College, and the 2020 Election (with special guest Emily Bazelon). With an extended May Scholar Exchange schedule, plan your students’ time now. You won’t want them to miss any of these sessions, as they continue to learn about the Constitution and how it impacts their lives every day. Today: America's Founding Documents Join Jeffrey Rosen today at 1 p.m. EDT to understand America's essential documents better, understand the fundamental ideas from each of the documents, and the major principles of the U.S. Constitution. Primary sources include the Declaration of Independence, Articles of the Confederation, the Constitution and the Bill of Rights, Federalist papers (#51, #70, #78), Brutus #1, and the amazing Letter from the Birmingham City Jail. Great sources for all learners to know! REGISTER HERE What's Next: Scholar Exchanges Want to register for a future program? Upcoming dates and topics include: May 6 and 7 Second Amendment Students will be introduced to different viewpoints and debates surrounding the Second Amendment and build understanding of the resources and methods used by Supreme Court justices and constitutional scholars when analyzing and forming opinions about the Constitution. Middle School Session – 12 p.m. (EDT) Register here. High School and College Session – 1 p.m. (EDT) Register here. May 13 and 14 Learning about the Electoral College Students will explore the Electoral College’s controversial origins, the influence of founder James Wilson, and the many attempts to reform it over the years. Explore how the history of presidential elections in America has played out and the current constitutional questions on the Electoral College. Middle School Session – 12 p.m. (EDT) Register here. High School and College Session – 1 p.m. (EDT) Register here. May 20 and 21 Voting Rights in America Students will examine the history of voting rights in America. Where in the Constitution are we given the right to vote? How was this right added through the amendment process and what has the Supreme Court said about the right to vote over time? Middle School Session – 12 p.m. (EDT) Register here. High School and College Session – 1 p.m. (EDT) Register here. Upcoming Friday Fun Session! Special guests introduce additional constitutional topics that are different from the week's theme. The schedule and topics are regularly updated on our website here. All Friday Scholar Exchanges are scheduled for 1 p.m. (EDT). May 8: America's Founding Documents– Encore Session! An encore session exploring essential primary sources, including the Declaration of Independence, Articles of the Confederation, the Constitution and the Bill of Rights, Federalist papers (#51, #70, #78), Brutus #1, and the amazing Letter from the Birmingham City Jail. Join here. May 15: Elections in America Join American journalist Emily Bazelon and National Constitution Center President and CEO Jeffrey Rosen for a conversation on the Constitution and the 2020 election. Join here. Sessions will be streamed live, recorded, and posted on our website. Videos: Past Scholar Exchanges Missed last week’s Scholar Exchange on the Reconstruction Amendments? This exchange is the perfect complement to the upcoming week’s session. Watch it here. Don’t miss any of this spring’s Scholar Exchanges. Watch a recording of past exchanges any time. 14th Amendment, Part II from Roe to Obergefell Slavery in America: From the Constitution to Reconstruction with Eric Foner AP Landmark Supreme Court Cases with Stefanie Sanford of the College Board George Washington and Writing History with Jeffrey Rosen and Alexis Coe Fourth Amendment: Search and Seizure First Amendment: Freedom of Speech and Press Ask Jeff First Amendment: Free Exercise and Establishment (Part One) and Free Exercise and Establishment (Part Two) Ken Burns: The Constitution in Times of Crisis First Amendment: Assembly and Petition Private Scholar Exchanges Scholar Exchanges including your class, a scholar, and a moderator are also available. Topics for the private Scholar Exchanges follow the public sessions. Complete a survey here for more information or to register your class to participate. A member of the education team will be in contact to help with the planning process. Professional Development Opportunities Webinars Join us Mondays from 12 – 12:20 p.m. EDT for open-source professional development programs highlighting the Center’s free, online resources and strategies to support constitutional literacy education through remote learning. Constitutional Rights: Origins and Travels, May 4 REGISTER HERE Online Teacher Workshops Hoping to offer a few more hours of PD before the end of the school year? Schedule a free, interactive, online teacher professional development workshop with the National Constitution Center. Facilitated by a member of the Center’s education team, these one-hour workshops introduce the Center’s framework for constitutional literacy education; highlight a range of free, online teaching resources; and engage educators with application strategies for remote and in-person teaching and learning. Schools, districts, and educational agencies can request free, online workshops that fit their schedules. Online workshops are available any weekday, now through June 1. For more information, or the schedule your online PD, email [email protected]. Virtual Town Hall On Tuesday, May 5, at 7 p.m. EDT, join National Association of Attorneys General President and Montana Attorney General Tim Fox and New Jersey Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal for a bipartisan discussion about the role and function of state attorneys general in the coronavirus crisis. The conversation will explore how states are addressing a variety of legal issues relating to the crisis, including religious freedom, the Second Amendment, and criminal justice. REGISTER HERE The National Constitution Center's education team is here to help with any of our online resources. Email [email protected] with questions or comments on how we can help you and your students with your remote learning needs. 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