Presentations Catalog: Grades 7 - 12

Teach About World Religions
with FREE Guest Speakers
Grades 7-12

“When studying World History, students must of each time andwith the basic ideas
of the major religions and the ethical traditions
become familiar
place. Students are
expected to learn about the role of religion in the founding of this country because

”
many of our political institutions have their antecedents in religious beliefs.
~ California Department of Education

Serving Educators for More than 19 Years
ING provides valuable educational resources to teachers, administrators and staﬀ. Our
interactive presentations for middle and high school students are aligned with the California
State Board of Education History-Social Science content standards, and are intended to
supplement your curriculum. ING teaches about world religions, including Islam, in the context
of religious pluralism and in accordance with the First Amendment Center guidelines.

Grade 7
Interactive Presentations – Islamic Speakers Bureau
Exploring Muslim Traditions and CONTENT STANDARD 7.2
Religious and Social
Practices Structures of the
Civilizations of Islam
Ideal for the study of world history and geography CONTENT STANDARD
in middle schools, this presentation teaches students 7.2.2 Trace the origins of
Islam, including Islamic
about Muslim traditions and practices in relation to teachings on the
other major world religions. (45 minutes) connection with Judaism
and Christianity
CONTENT STANDARD
7.2.3 Muslim Beliefs and
Practice

Getting to Know American Muslims CONTENT STANDARD 7.2
Religious and Social
and Their Faith Structures of the
Civilizations of Islam
In addition to providing an overview of Muslim CONTENT STANDARD
practices, this presentation examines the issues of 7.2.2 Trace the origins of
Islam, including Islamic
moderation and women’s rights, and the relation of teachings on the
Islam to other world religions, including Judaism connection with Judaism
and Christianity
and Christianity. (45, 60, or 90 minutes)
CONTENT STANDARD
7.2.3 Muslim Beliefs and
Practice

Muslim Contributions to Civilization CONTENT STANDARD
7.2.5 Trade and exchanges
This presentation reviews various aspects of culture in the Muslim world
and knowledge which Muslims contributed to or CONTENT STANDARD
7.2.6 Intellectual gains
passed down, including food; clothing; furniture; and exchanges by Muslim
music; architecture; math; medicine; astronomy; and scholars
more. (45, 60 or 90 minutes) CONTENT STANDARD
7.10.1 Scientiﬁc
Revolution and Muslim
Science

Request a speaker or panel on our website at www.ing.org, via email at scheduler@ing.org or
call 408.296.7312. Presentations are provided at no charge!

Meeting History and Social Science Content Standards
As a middle school or high school teacher, the academic study of world religions is a critical part
of your social science curriculum. The California Public Schools History-Social Science
Framework, which provides guidelines for implementing California State Board of Education
content standards, emphasizes the importance of religious studies.

Interfaith Panel Dialogues – Interfaith Speakers Bureau
Multi-Faith Panel: CONTENT STANDARD
7.6 History of Separation
Separation of Church and State of Church and State

Create your interfaith panel by selecting up to five
presenters representing Buddhism, Christianity,
Islam, Judaism or Hinduism. Each panelist will
provide a brief overview of his or her religion and
then address how separation of Church and State is
applied in their religion. (60 - 120 minutes)

7.2.2 Islamic Teachings,
Shared Values Among Faiths Connection with Judaism
and Christianity
then address the topic of shared values and
commonalities between their religions. (60 - 120
minutes)

An Interfaith Panel Puts A Personal Face on Religion
At the beginning of the fall semester, Santa Clara High School students were offered a unique opportunity to meet and engage in
an interfaith dialogue with representatives of four major world religions: Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. As 60
students gathered in the library, their excitement was obvious. This was the first panel of its kind and an integral part of their
studies. Read the complete story here:
www.ing.org/downloads/SCHS_Story_10_30F.pdf
The feedback from the group included:
“It is truly inspirational to myself as a teacher that there are others out there who also
highly value educating the public and encouraging youth to respect the array of belief
systems, ideas, opinions, and traditions that exist.” ~ Teacher, Santa Clara High School

Give your students the opportunity to meet and learn ﬁrsthand from guest speakers
who represent the ﬁve major world religions. All panels include time for Q & A.

Grade 8
A History of Muslims in America CONTENT STANDARD
8.6.4 Lives of Freed Slaves
To supplement your U.S. History courses, consider CONTENT STANDARD
this fascinating account of the lives and legacies of 8.7.2 Origins of American
Slavery
America’s earliest Muslims, including enslaved West CONTENT STANDARD 8.9
Africans, early converts to Islam and Muslim Attempts to Abolish
immigrants. (45, 60 or 90 minutes) Slavery
CONTENT STANDARD
8.12 Contributions of
Immigrants

Getting to Know American Muslims CONTENT STANDARD
8.12.7 Contributions of
and Their Faith Immigrants to Cities and
Economy
In addition to providing an overview of Muslim
practices, this presentation examines the issues of
moderation and women’s rights, and the relation of
Islam to other world religions, including Judaism

8.2.5 Jeﬀerson’s Statute
Separation of Church and State for Religious Freedom as a
forerunner of the First
Create your interfaith panel by selecting up to five Amendment; Views of the
founding fathers on the
presenters representing Buddhism, Christianity, issue of the separation of
Islam, Judaism or Hinduism. Each panelist will church and state.

The Importance of Tracking Annual Student Performance
To assess students' knowledge of the California content standards, public schools are required to administer the California
Standards Tests (CSTs) for History–Social Science. Each year, these tests are administered to students in Grade 8 and in Grades 9-
11 who have completed U.S. History and World History courses.

Higher proﬁciency levels in schools hosting ING presentations
An in-depth study of Bay Area schools that have consistently and consecutively offered ING presentations shows that these
schools have higher than average student CST scores for History-Social Science.


Grade 9
Muslim Contributions to Civilization Recommended for ninth
grade elective courses
This presentation reviews various aspects of culture
and knowledge which Muslims contributed to or
passed down, including food; clothing; furniture;
music; architecture; math; medicine; astronomy; and
more. (45, 60 or 90 minutes)

Jewish-Muslim Relations in the U.S.: Recommended for ninth
In the Shadow of the Middle East Conflict
Ideal for the study of world history, the Muslim and
Jewish panel helps to shift the paradigm of
conversations away from Middle East conflicts and
towards common interests to Americans, including
topics such as anti-Semitism, Islamophobia and
security issues to two of the religious minorities in
the United States. (55 minutes)

Multi-Faith Panel: Recommended for ninth
Living the Faith
The interfaith speakers you choose will talk about
“Living the Faith” in the San Francisco Bay Area as
professionals, parents, students, community members,
etc. You may also request an all-women panel to learn
about women of different faiths and how they practice
their religions. (60 - 120 minutes)

Higher proficiency levels in schools hosting Students scoring Proficient to Advanced
ING presentations (continued) in Social Studies-History 2010

In 2010, 61% of eighth grade students in middle schools
with four or more ING presentations over the past four
years rated proficient to advanced compared to an
average of 47% of students in California schools overall.
Additionally, 52% of students in high schools that have
hosted four or more ING presentations rated proficient to
advanced in World History compared to only 42% of
students in California overall.
A study of Bay Area schools that have consecutively provided ING presentations
to students during the past four years shows that these schools have higher
than average student CST scores for History-Social Science.

Grade 10
10.9 International
and Their Faith Developments in the
Post-World War II World
practices, this presentation examines the issues of 10.10 Nation Building and
Religious Issues

Jewish-Muslim Relations in the U.S.: CONTENT STANDARD
10.9.6 Impact of
In the Shadow of the Middle East Conﬂict Establishment of Israel

Ideal for the study of world history, the Muslim and
Jewish panel helps to shift the paradigm of
conversations away from Middle East conflicts and
towards common interests to Americans, including
topics such as anti-Semitism, Islamophobia and
security issues to two of the religious minorities in the
United States. (55 minutes)

10.1 Principles in Judaism
Shared Values Among Faiths and Christianity
CONTENT STANDARD
Create your interfaith panel by selecting up to five 10.10.2 Religious Issues
presenters representing Buddhism, Christianity, Islam,
Judaism or Hinduism. Each panelist will provide a
brief overview of his or her religion and then address
the topic of shared values and commonalities between

10.10.2 Religious Issues
Living the Faith
The interfaith speakers you choose will talk about
“Living the Faith” in the San Francisco Bay Area as
professionals, parents, students, community members,
etc. You may also request an all-women panel to learn
about women of different faiths and how they practice


Diversity Training Seminars
For Teachers and School Administrators
Understanding Muslim Students: Fostering an Inclusive Environment
Designed for K-12 district administrators and teachers as well as faculty in colleges and schools of
education, department chairs, deans and pre-service teachers, this seminar provides valuable information
and guidance for interaction with Muslim students and their families, while helping build an inclusive
learning environment for all students.
According to the Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics, the number of
students in public schools who belong to a minority ethnic group had increased from 22% in 1972 to 43%
in 2003. Diversity awareness training by ING provides best practices for integrating Muslim students who
can also come from varying cultural backgrounds. This training is an essential component of ongoing
professional development for teachers and school administrators.

“Schools and districts should
promote professional learning
that deepens [the] understand-
ing about the culture of the
community and how to best
meet their needs.”
~ Study of Availability and
Effectiveness of Cultural
Competency Training,
WestEd and Rockman Et al.

Description
This seminar begins with a conversation about common stereotypes relating to American Muslims and
their faith followed by an overview of Muslim traditions and practices, as well as pertinent contemporary
issues, and their implications for Muslim students. The seminar covers federal laws and education codes
pertaining to teaching about religion. It also addresses the topic of religious practice in the public school
system. It concludes with tips for interacting with Muslim students in a post 9/11 environment while
ensuring an inclusive and safe learning environment for all students where they can fulfill their potential
and perform their best. Educators and administrative leaders will have the opportunity to share their
experiences about teaching in today’s diverse classrooms.

Beneﬁts
• Cultural awareness and development of cultural competency skills as it relates to working with the
American Muslim students, their parents and community.
• Improved relationships with Muslim students and their families, which potentially results in higher
levels of learning.
• Prevention of teasing or harassment and improved student safety.
• Greater understanding and respect for students of all backgrounds.
• Fulfillment of requirements for certification, credentials and professional development programs.

Request a Cultural Diversity Seminar for Teachers and Administrators
for your school at www.ing.org/index.php/overview

Grade 11
11.3.4 Religious pluralism
and Their Faith from 20th century
immigration
practices, this presentation examines the issues of 11.3 Religious Liberty

A History of Muslims in America CONTENT STANDARD
11.3.1 Contributions of
To supplement your U.S. History courses, consider religious groups to
American social change
this fascinating account of the lives and legacies of
CONTENT STANDARD
America’s earliest Muslims, including enslaved West 11.3.4 Religious pluralism
Africans, early converts to Islam and Muslim from 20th century
immigration
immigrants. (45, 60 or 90 minutes)
CONTENT STANDARD
11.11.1 Modern
immigration movements

Muslim Women in the U.S. and CONTENT STANDARD
11.5.4 Role of Women
Around the World CONTENT STANDARD
11.10.7 Role of Women
In this presentation, students learn about the role of CONTENT STANDARD
women in Islam and important Muslim women in 11.11.3 Changing Roles of
history and the modern world. Suitable for courses Women in Society

related to women studies, world religions and civil
rights. (45 or 60 minutes)

Living the Faith from 20th century
immigration
The interfaith speakers you choose will talk about CONTENT STANDARD
“Living the Faith” in the San Francisco Bay Area as 11.3.5 Principles of
religious liberty
professionals, parents, students, community
members, etc. You may also request an all-women
panel to learn about women of different faiths and
how they practice their religions. (60 - 120 minutes)


Interfaith Panel Dialogues – Interfaith Speakers Bureau (cont.)
11.3.5 Separation
Separation of Church and State between church and state


11.3.2 Analysis of religious
Fundamentalism revivals and movements

then address how each of their faiths views the issue
of fundamentalism. (60 - 120 minutes)

11.11.5 Need for
Environmental Issues environmental protection

then address the topic of environmental issues in

Pluralism from 20th century
immigration
then address the topic of pluralism as found in their
religions. (60 - 120 minutes)

Give your students the opportunity to meet and learn ﬁrsthand from guest speakers
who represent the ﬁve major world religions. All panels include time for Q & A.

Grade 12
Interactive Speaker Presentations – Islamic Speakers Bureau
12.3.3 Historical role of
and Their Faith religion

In addition to providing an overview of Muslim
practices, this presentation examines the issues of

12.3.1 Civil society and
Living the Faith religion
CONTENT STANDARD
The interfaith speakers you choose will talk about 12.3.3 Historical role of
“Living the Faith” in the San Francisco Bay Area as religion and religious
diversity
professionals, parents, students, community
members, etc. You may also request an all-women
panel to learn about women of different faiths and
how they practice their religions. (60 - 120 minutes)

12.3.3 Historical role of
Pluralism religion and religious
diversity
then address the topic of pluralism as found in their
religions. (60 - 120 minutes)

“What is most impressive about ING is thegiven toFirst Amendment
[separation of church and state] training
careful
every speaker,
especially those who give presentations in public schools.
”
~ Charles Haynes, Senior Scholar, First Amendment Center


Online Classroom Resources
Teaching About Religion: Do’s and Don’ts
The religious liberty clauses of the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution
provide the civic framework for teaching about religion in public schools.
Learn more about the First Amendment Center guidelines for teaching about
religion, and why the study about religion is important in our diverse society.

http://www.ing.org/index.php/7-12/578-teaching-about-religion

Bullying Prevention in Schools
Developed in partnership with the San Jose Police Department, You Have the
Power program, and the White House Initiative Stop Bullying Now!, ING
offers a list of resources and strategies to preventing harassment in schools.
This includes tip sheets to help students, educators, and parents discuss and
understand harassment and bullying and tangible methods with which to
address this problem.
Students, educators, and parents can learn preventative strategies to starting
bullying prevention programs in schools, involving your community, reaching
out to media, and encouraging students to take an active role in stamping out
bullying since they play a key role in its elimination.

http://www.ing.org/index.php/strategies-to-preventing-bullying

Orientation to Major World Religions
Composed by scholars who are experts in teaching the major world religions,
these vocabulary lists and common terms are ideal as supplemental
curriculum materials. Download and distribute this information to review
with your students in preparation for an interfaith speakers panel, to
supplement religion and social studies material, and for students who wish
to learn more about each of the five primary religions highlighted.
http://www.ing.org/index.php/individuals2

Curriculum Resources for Teachers
Composed by scholars, these PowerPoint presentations, scripts, and media files
are intended to both supplement curriculum materials, as well as serve in place
of an ING speaker if you do not have an ING speaker or affiliate in your locale
or need this supplemental information for your students on short notice. These
include information and presentations on the world’s major religions.

http://www.ing.org/index.php/7-12

“Our schoolthe dedication and commitmentyear and we are impressed
has invited ING speakers every
with of the speakers.
”
~ Michael Steeb, Teacher, Moreau Catholic High School, Hayward, CA

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Valuable Educational Resources Available from ING
Enliven student learning with guest speakers
ING guest speakers bring academic and theoretical subjects to life.
The interactive presentations provide an open learning environment
in which students can ask questions to learn more about major
religions in the context of history and global education.

Speakers certiﬁed on First Amendment
principles
All speakers are professionally trained and certified to adhere to First
Amendment guidelines when presenting about religion in schools.
Speakers educate students and provide them the opportunity to ask
candid questions about their beliefs and practices.

Contact ING to learn more
ING serves schools in ten counties of the greater San Francisco Bay
Area community. We invite you to discover how ING can help you
meet your teaching and curriculum goals this year with our valuable
educational resources.

ING will do its best to meet speaker requests but cannot guarantee fulﬁllment of all requests. The ability to schedule
presentations and panels is based on the volume of requests received and the availability of speaker volunteers. The
types of ING presentations and panels available are subject to change without notice.

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