The International Institute (II) offers a variety of activities and services that can be used for education on specific world regions for K-14 classes. Contact us at ii.outreach@umich.edu with questions or comments. Visit our list of outreach coordinators if you are interested in a specific world region or global theme.
Download a 2012-2013 Outreach CalendarDesigned to enhance global learning in the classroom
International Institute Outreach Calendar
The 2012-2013 outreach calendar is designed to help educators enhance global learning in the classroom.
Each month's photograph focuses on a different country and its culture complete with a descriptive caption and "Did You Know?" facts. This is an excellent addition to any classroom.
International Institute-Sponsored ProgramsWorkshops, lectures, films, exhibits, and grants
International Institute Programming
Visit our events calendar for public lectures, films, and other programs organized by II units.
World History Initiative
Revisit this page for information about workshops in 2013.
For more information: contact worldhistory@umich.edu or visit the World History Initiative webpage.
University of Michigan EventsConferences, lectures, and exhibits across the campus
University of Michigan Programming
Visit events.umich.edu for an extensive list of events at the University of
Michigan.
ResourcesExplore our centers' resources to enhance global learning
Center & U-M Resources
Center for Chinese Studies Online Exhibit
Contemporary images from China submitted to the University of Michigan Center for Chinese Studies Photo Contest. Themes include: Imaging China (2009); China: Traditions New & Old (2007); and, China: A Time of Change (2006).
U-M’s Center for Japanese Studies offers K-14 educational materials, resources, and educator events to provide teachers and students with a means to explore Japanese culture and language, while developing an understanding of its significance within a global context. A new “PhotoVoice Lending Kit: 3/11 Disasters through Women's Lenses” is now available.
Coordinated by the Nam Center for Korean Studies at the University of Michigan. Various themes. Free for use.
Pedagogical Materials on Europe and the European Union
Lesson plans, curriculum units, and college syllabi on Europe and the European Union available through U-M’s Center for European Studies.
Teaching Resources on Russia, Eastern Europe and Eurasia
Lesson plans, bibliographies, and other resources for K-14 educators developed with support from U-M’s Center for Russian, East European, and Eurasian Studies.
Video Lectures on Southeast Asian Topics
Available through the Center for Southeast Asian Studies at the University of Michigan.
U-M Open Educational Resources
Resources for teaching and professional development available for download in a variety of disciplines.
