THE GREAT IRISH FAMINE CURRICULUM
RESOURCES AND SUGGESTIONS FOR USE
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The Great Irish Famine Curriculum makes accessible to students in New York State the history of the Great Irish Famine in the context of Irish history and culture from a global perspective. In addition, it is specifically designed to encourage the exploration of key concepts and develop essential skills outlined in the seven learning standards areas. The curriculum includes exploration of social concepts such as culture, religion, economics, scarcity, democracy, citizenship, public policy and demographics, as well as issues in science and the environment. It enables students to examine and understand the intersection of art, music and literature with science, culture and history.

RESOURCES
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SUGGESTIONS FOR USE
  • Memo to New York State Library Media Specialists
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  • Memo to New York State District Superintendents of Schools; Superintendents of Public and Nonpublic Schools; Principals of Public and Nonpublic Schools from James A. Kadamus, Deputy Commissioner - Office for Elementary, Middle, Secondary and Continuing Education
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