LibGuides: EUC Summer Curriculum Workshop 2020: Resources for Teachers

Resources from UIUC and Other University Centers

UIUC

EUC K-14 Opportunities
Links and descriptions of various EUC outreach programs and resources designed to support curriculum development and connections between educators.

University of Pittsburgh

Classroom Resources
A list of freely accessible unit plans and modules on the European Union developed by educators through the Brussels Study Tour.
Brussels Study Tour
A yearly five-day study tour in Brussels for K-12 educators and community college faculty teaching the European Union. Interested participants should contact the UIUC EUC for potential sponsorship.

UNC Chapel Hill

Teaching the EU Toolkits
Contains lessons and resources for students from elementary - high school.

Web Links

Resources for Teaching the EU
Links to class materials, student competition opportunities, think tanks, institutional overviews, and additional teaching resources from the Delegation of the European Union to the United States.
Teaching About the European Union
Lesson plans, exhibits, infographics, etc. from the National Education Association.
European Union Studies Association
Scholarly and professional organization focused on the EU, integration, and transatlantic relations.

Topics & Speakers

Lesson Planning Workshops
- Jennifer Smith, Science Teacher, Monticello Middle School
Internationalizing the Curriculum
- Allison Witt, Director, Office of International Programs, College of Education, UIUC
Interactive Banknotes: Spurlock Museum
- Kim Sheahan, Assistant Director of Education, Spurlock Museum, UIUC

European Union Learning Corner

The Learning Corner is a section of the European Union website which provides resources for K-12 students to learn more about the EU. It includes games, activity kits, presentations, and opportunities for teacher collaboration, among other resources.

A selection of these resources are linked below. Visit the site for additional information!

EU Timeline
An interactive timeline of the EU providing beginner-friendly explanations of major events and themes.
EU Quiz
A multimedia tutorial and quiz on the basics of the EU.

Europe in a Nutshell
Presentation slides providing an introduction to the EU.

EU Games
A variety of games (matching, puzzles, quizzes, etc.) to help students learn and practice their knowledge of the EU. Appropriate for a variety of age groups.

EUC Summer Curriculum Workshop 2020