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Retelling invasion of Saipan and Tinian through arts & drama
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Posted on Jul 18 2000
History comes alive through this integrated approach to art and humanities. Led by Mark Shafer, artist and former CNMI teacher, students will examine the events surrounding the invasions of Saipan and Tinian during World War II through drama (role-playing), archeological site visit, videos, photojournalism, and other art forms.
A multicultural perspective on the interpretation of history will be offered through use of first-hand oral accounts, written sources, and interviews with Chamorro, Carolinians, Japanese, Korean and American survivors.
Students will select a particular historical figure of the period for the focus of their research and role-play.
For teachers of all levels, the course features the application of critical thinking skills across the curriculum, with many activities that can be used in the classroom.
With the assistance of Sam McPhetres, Stephanie Rammacher, the Historic Preservation Office, and the Commonwealth Council for Arts and Council, the program begins on July 19 through Aug. 8, Monday to Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
For more information, call Melody at 234-5498 ext. 1810, or visit the Extended Programs Office at the Northern Marianas College, Building V, Room 208.
