Wednesday, May 16, 2018

Citizenship Resources for Ramadan




A Citizenship Quiz for the Month of Ramadan



Interview Podcasts 
  • 2018 Citizenship Interview with Nahil Ireiqat (Jerusalem) and Josefina Rios (Mexico) mp3  video
  • 2018 Spring U.S. Citizenship Interview with Pari Akbari, Iran mp3 / video
  • 2016 Spring Citizenship Interview with Ali Akbari (Malyasia/Iran) (2016) mp3
  • An "Everyday" Citizenship Interview with Munni Thakkar (Mumbai, India) (2016) mp3
  • A Basic Citizenship Interview with Pari Akibari (Esfahan, Iran) (2007) (mp3)
  • Interview with Samia Amed (Yemen) video / mp3

Quizzes (pdf)
  • A Citizenship Quiz for the Month of Ramadan pdf  mp3  video
  • Citizenship Interview Quiz for Esam Omeish (Liberia) pdf
  • Citizenship Interview Quiz for Hushang Ansary (Iran) pdf
  • Citizenship Interview Quiz for Louay Safi pdf
  • Citizenship Interview Quiz for Mohamed Awad Elhassan pdf
  • Citizenship Interview Quiz for Nimco Ahmed (Libya) pdf
  • Citizenship Interview Quiz for Rend al-Rahim (Iraq) pdf
  • Citizenship Interview Quiz for Safa Aldabyani (Yemen) pdf
Videos
  • 2018 Citizenship Interview with Nahil Ireiqat (Jerusalem) and Josefina Rios (Mexico) mp3  video
  • 2018 Spring U.S. Citizenship Interview with Pari Akbari, Iran mp3 / video
  • Blessed Eid al-Adha! (video)
  • Interview with Samia Amed (Yemen) video / mp3
  • Milpitas Adult School Open House Citizenship Interview 1 (Teacher Nahil / Palestine) (video)
  • Milpitas Adult School Open House Citizenship Interview 2 (Kasim / Bangladesh) (video)
  • New US Citizen Minire Karamanaga (Bosnia/Yugoslavia) (2010) video
  • New US Citizen Sardar Habibi (Afghanistan) (English) (video)
  • New US Citizen Sardar Habibi (Afghanistan) (Farsi) (video)
  • Practice! Practice! Practice! (video)
  • Tasleem's First Practice Interview (Pakistan) video
  • Tasleem's Second Practice Interview (Pakistan) video
  • 2015 USCIS 100 Remix Round 1 Twos with Tasleem (Pakistan)  video
  • Tasleem Khaldoon talks about her Citizenship Interview (Pakistan) video

VOA News (There are so many videos and articles--please search for more)

Arabic
Farsi
  • CLINIC: 100 Civics Questions in Farsi
  • ACLU: Immigrants' Rights: What To Do If Stopped (IN FARSI) (video)
  • ACLU: What To Do When Faced With Anti-Muslim Discrimination (in Farsi) (video)
  • CA DMV: California Driver Handbook (pdf)
  • John Q. Khosravi Law Firm (JQK Law Firm): Naturalization for Iranians (Farsi/Persian) سیتیزنشیپ وتابعیت امریکا برای ایرانیان (video)
  • MedicinePlus: Health Information in Farsi (فارسی) (web page)
  • SSA: Social Security Resources in Farsi (web page)
  • uscitizenpod: Citizenship Resources for Nowruz 2018 (blog post)
  • VOA Farsi
Urdu
For more resources, go to

Tuesday, May 15, 2018

UPDATED U.S. Citizenship Class 30, Spring 2018, Milpitas Adult School



uscitizenpod: The Constitution

N-400

Civics

Integration
  • Hao Thi Vu: A Quick Interview for US Constitution and Citizenship Day 2014 pdf

Sunday, May 13, 2018

Happy Mother's Day

Updated 04-30-2021. Check back for more updates.
 


uscitizenpod: Three Citizenship Questions for Mother's Day

Ann Reeves Jarvis was a peace activist who took care of wounded soldiers on both sides of the American Civil War. After the war, she hosted Mother's Day Friendship picnics for the women on both sides of the war.  She also created Mother's Day Work Clubs to address public health issues.

After Ann Reeves Jarvis died, her daughter, Anna Jarvis, wanted to honor her mother by continuing the work that her mother had started.  Anna Jarvis started a petition to set aside one day every year to honor all mothers.  She said that a mother is "the person who has done more for you than anyone in the world."

In 1908, Anna Jarvis sent a petition to Congress to make Mother's Day a national holiday. Although Congress rejected the petition, many states and cities adopted the idea.  In 1914, Woodrow Wilson  signed a proclamation designating Mother's Day, held on the second Sunday in May, as a national holiday to honor mothers.

Name one problem that led to the Civil War.
  • civil rights
  • first amendment rights
  • states’ rights
  • women's rights

What are two ways that Americans can participate in their democracy?
  • join a camping group
  • join a civic group
  • join a comedy group
  • join a community group

Name two national U.S. holidays.
  • Memorial Day
  • Mother's Day
  • Valentine's Day
  • Veterans Day

Source: Wikipedia
Image Source: USPS Mother of America Stamp

Saturday, May 12, 2018

Cultivating a 21st Century US Citizen



Cultivating a 21st Century US Citizen
NorCal CATESOL 2018
Santa Rosa Junior College
May 12, 2018
1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m
Room 694

Empower students to use technology to prepare for their Citizenship Interview. Use mobile and online tools to encourage frequent practice, greater fluency, and advocacy!

Google slides: http://bit.ly/tech-up-citz-3a
Notes pdf: http://bit.ly/tech-up-citz-3b
Blog post: http://bit.ly/tech-up-citz-3

Thursday, May 10, 2018

U.S. Citizenship Class 29, Spring 2018, Milpitas Adult School



USCIS: Promise of Freedom

N-400

Civics

Integration
  • Citizenship Interview Quiz for Hushang Ansary (Ahvaz, Iran) pdf

Wednesday, May 9, 2018

SD Citizenship Interview 1: Eligibility and Clarification Questions



SD Citizenship Interview 1: Eligibility and Clarification Questions  (improved sound 5/19/2018)

Mechelle Perrott, ESL/Citizenship Coordinator for San Diego Continuing Education (www.sdce.edu) demonstrates how to ask clarification questions during a Citizenship interview. This video is a first in the series of Citizenship interviews recorded at the San Diego Regional CATESOL Conference, April 22, 2018.

The examiner doesn't think that Mechelle is ready for the interview because Mechelle doesn't understand one of the first interview questions.

Mechelle insists (politely) that she has studied for the English and Civics test and asks the examiner to rephrase the question which has the key word "eligible."

Note: If you do not understand an examiner's question, DO NOT SAY YES OR NO. Request that the examiner to use different words to ask the question.

If you need more help studying N-400, look at

Tuesday, May 8, 2018

U.S. Citizenship Class 28, Spring 2018, Milpitas Adult School



VOA Learning English: PRESIDENT FRANKLIN ROOSEVELT


N-400

Civics

U.S. History Since 1900
The U.S. History Since 1900 lesson plan and handouts for low intermediate and intermediate learners covering civics test items 11, 78, 79, 80, 81, 82, 83, and 86.










Integration

  • Citizenship Interview Quiz for Hushang Ansary (Ahvaz, Iran) pdf

Monday, May 7, 2018

US, Mexico to Cooperate in Fighting Cross-border Crime



VOANews: US, Mexico to Cooperate in Fighting Cross-border Crime

The United States and Mexico have agreed to cooperate in fighting criminal gangs trafficking drugs, weapons and human beings across the shared border. U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo discussed bilateral and regional issues with his Mexican counterpart Luis Videgaray Monday in Washington. Earlier, U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions stressed "the U.S. border is not open" to anyone coming unlawfully. VOA's Zlatica Hoke reports.
Originally published at - https://www.voanews.com/a/4384213.html

Sunday, May 6, 2018

USCIS and the Legacy of Ellis Island



uscitizenpod: USCIS and the Legacy of Ellis Island Trailer (2:08)

“USCIS and the Legacy of Ellis Island” tells the story of Ellis Island through the perspective of those who worked there and highlights the historical connections between our mission and this iconic historic site.




uscitizenpod: USCIS and the Legacy of Ellis Island (28:56)

“USCIS and the Legacy of Ellis Island” tells the story of Ellis Island through the perspective of those who worked there and highlights the historical connections between our mission and this iconic historic site.

The video tells the story of Ellis Island in three chronological, thematic chapters:

  • Creating Ellis Island: the first chapter of the film introduces the audience to Ellis Island and its early history.
  • Working on the Island: Chapter two explores the often overlooked roles of Ellis Island’s employees and their importance to operation of the immigration station.
  • Remembering Ellis Island: The concluding chapter examines Ellis Island’s closure, discusses its historical legacy, and emphasizes its lasting connection to our agency.

For more information about USCIS, visit us at https://www.uscis.gov and check us out on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/uscis), Twitter (https://www.twitter.com/uscis), and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/uscis).

If you need captions, please click the “CC” button just beneath the video to turn them on.

Saturday, May 5, 2018

Tech Up Your Citizenship Class



May 5 9:45 a.m.—10:45 a.m.
Tech Up Your Citizenship Class
Empower students to use technology to prepare for their citizenship interview. Use mobile and online tools to encourage frequent practice, greater fluency, and success!
Presenter: Jennifer Gagliardi
For: Immigrant Integration/Citizenship, Technology/Digital Literacy, Teachers
Location: Convention Center 2005

Google slides: http://bit.ly/tech-up-citz-2a

Notes pdf: http://bit.ly/tech-up-citz-2b
Blog post: http://bit.ly/tech-up-citz-2c

Extra credit 

Friday, May 4, 2018

Teaching Citizenship Prep 101




May 4 3:45 p.m.—4:30 p.m
Teaching Citizenship Prep 101
Participants will identify the critical resources in the form of websites, textbooks, legal services, and more to meet (and exceed) suggested USCIS-recommended citizenship course content standards.

Presenter: Jennifer Gagliardi
For: Immigrant Integration/Citizenship, Teachers
Location: Convention Center 2010

Teaching Citizenship Prep 101

CASAS Assessments for Citizenship Preparation



May 4 2:45 p.m.—3:30 p.m
CASAS Assessments for Citizenship Preparation
Leverage the CASAS Life/Work, CIT, or EL Civics COAAPS to help students successfully prepare for the USCIS naturalization interview.
Presenter: Jennifer Gagliardi
For: Immigrant Integration/Citizenship, Administrators, Teachers
Location: Convention Center 2012

CASAS Assessments for Citizenship Preparation
This presentation and the notes pdf are available on
Google slides: http://bit.ly/ccae-cita
Blog post: http://bit.ly/ccae-citb

Teaching with YouTube



May 4 11:00 a.m.—11:45 a.m.
Teaching with YouTube

Go where your students are. Learn how to set up your YouTube channel to deliver quality content to your students inside and outside of the classroom.
Presenter: Jennifer Gagliardi
For: Technology/Digital Literacy, Teachers
Location: Convention Center 2007

Teaching with YouTube
This presentation and the notes pdf are available on

Google slides: http://bit.ly/ccae-youtubea
Notes pdf: http://bit.ly/ccae-youtubeb
Padlet: http://bit.ly/ccae-youtubec
Blog post: http://bit.ly/ccae-youtubed

Made with Padlet
http://bit.ly/ccae-youtubec

USA Learns Citizenship



May 4 10:00 a.m.—10:45 a.m.
USALearns Citizenship


NEW USALearns Citizenship: Students complete speaking, listening, reading, and writing exercises to acquire the language skills needed to be fully prepared for citizenship interview.
Presenter: Jennifer Gagliardi
For: Immigrant Integration/Citizenship, Technology/Digital Literacy, Teachers
Location: Convention Center 2009]

USA Learns Citizenship
This presentation and the notes pdf are available on

Google slides: http://bit.ly/ccae-usalearnsa
Blog post: http://bit.ly/ccae-usalearnsb 

Learn more about US Citizenship at www.usalearns.org Thanks!

Thursday, May 3, 2018

Milpitas Adult School Open House Citizenship Interview 8




uscitizenpod: Milpitas Adult School Open House Citizenship Interview 8

Van Lan Truong, Commissioner for the City of Milpitas Community Advisory Commission, kindly accepted our invitation and joined us at the Milpitas Adult School Open House. Here is the first mock interview with student Van Thach. Stay tuned for Commissioner Truong's second interview.

This interview is based on:

Easy Interview based on the Revised N-400 (1 pg, 15 qs) (updated 04/18/2016)
For more info, see

Milpitas Adult School

Milpitas Community Advisory Commission
Watch all of the MAE Open House Citizenship Interviews



Wednesday, May 2, 2018

Milpitas Adult School Open House Citizenship Interview 7



uscitizenpod: Milpitas Adult School Open House Citizenship Interview 7

Van Lan Truong, Commissioner for the City of Milpitas Community Advisory Commission, kindly accepted our invitation and joined us at the Milpitas Adult School Open House. Here is the first mock interview with student Van Thach. Stay tuned for Commissioner Truong's second interview.

This interview is based on:

Easy Interview based on the Revised N-400 (1 pg, 15 qs) (updated 04/18/2016)
For more info, see

Milpitas Adult School

Milpitas Community Advisory Commission

Watch all of the MAE Open House Citizenship Interviews

Tuesday, May 1, 2018

U.S. Citizenship Class 27, Spring 2018, Milpitas Adult School



Abraham Lincoln Quiz


Watch VOA Learning English: Abraham Lincoln and all of VOA America's Presidents videos

N-400

Civics

Integration
  • Krestos Negasi's Citizenship interview (multiple-choice test based on the N-400 and 10 USCIS questions). (download pdf) (listen to mp3--new for 2016!)

Homework
Beginning Level Abraham Lincoln Lesson Plan
Abraham Lincoln lesson plan and handouts for literacy students and low beginners covering civics test items 60, 72, 74, 75, and 100.
Beginning Level Civil War Lesson Plan
The Civil War lesson plan and handouts for literacy students and low beginners covering civics test items 48, 60, 71, 72, 73, 74, 75, and 76.
Beginning Level U.S. Wars in the 1800s Lesson Plan
The U.S. Wars in the 1800s lesson plan and handouts for literacy students and low beginners covering civics test items 72, 73, 91, 98, and 100.
Intermediate Level U.S. History in the 1800s
The U.S. History in the 1800s lesson plan and handouts for low intermediate and intermediate learners covering civics test items 60, 71, 72, 73, 74, 75, and 76.

Citizenship Resources for Asian Pacific American Heritage Month

http://bit.ly/aphm-citz

AsianPacificHeritage.gov: May is Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month
May is Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month – a celebration of Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States. A rather broad term, Asian-Pacific encompasses all of the Asian continent and the Pacific islands of Melanesia (New Guinea, New Caledonia, Vanuatu, Fiji and the Solomon Islands), Micronesia (Marianas, Guam, Wake Island, Palau, Marshall Islands, Kiribati, Nauru and the Federated States of Micronesia) and Polynesia (New Zealand, Hawaiian Islands, Rotuma, Midway Islands, Samoa, American Samoa, Tonga, Tuvalu, Cook Islands, French Polynesia and Easter Island).

American English @ State: Asian Pacific Heritage Month  (pdf)

Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders Vote 
APIAVote is a national nonpartisan organization that works with partners to mobilize Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in electoral and civic participation.resources and voting rights videos

DOD: Steven Calvery - National Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Steven Calvery, Director of the Pentagon Force Protection Agency, reflects on his career, family and culture.  For more on the Department of Defense, visit: defense.gov

CCSF: Best, OK, and Worst Citizenship Interview Strategies
50+ videos of mock interviews and interview strategies.


janmdotorg: I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story (video)
Video produced by JANM's 2013 Getty Multicultural Undergraduate Interns, and the Watase Media Arts Center, to promote the Smithsonian's traveling exhibition, "I Want The Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story," currently on display at the Japanese American National Museum. 

LessonPages: Asian Pacific Heritage Month (K-12 oriented--can be adapted for adults)

LOC: Samoan Culture (video)

Rep. Aumua Amata, American Samoa's third Member of Congress and the first woman elected to the House American Samoa, discussed Samoan culture and history. Also generations of Samoan culture were illustrated by items found in a variety of Library

VOANews: Growing Asian-American Community Could Influence US Elections (video)
The growing number of Asian-American voters in the United States doesn’t necessarily translate into political clout in U.S. elections. Many who are eligible to vote sit on the sidelines. One organization wants to remove some barriers it says are in the way of getting Asian-Americans to vote. VOA’s Kane Farabaugh reports.

USCIS

NPS.gov

A Brief Glimpse: Asian American Pacific Islander National Historic Landmark Theme Study -  This is the introductory essay of Finding a Path Forward: Asian American/Pacific Islander National Historic Landmarks Theme Study, which will be published in its entirety later in 2016.  

Cover of Asian Reflections on the American LandscapeAsian Reflections on the American Landscape: Identifying and Interpreting Asian Heritage [PDF 196 KB] examines Asian cultural heritage found in the American built environment and its interpretation within NPS cultural resources programs.
Find Your Place: Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders [PDF 2.1 MB]
This 18-page booklet examines the enduring and influential presence of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders—from the earliest settlement of the country to the economic development of the West to the desegregation of public schools in the 20th century and political influence in the 21st. A core essay traces their impact on the American landscape, followed by the stories of seven signature places commemorating the legacy. A concluding section illustrates how this heritage is preserved today, transcending “bricks and mortar” preservation to include a celebration of collective experience.
Historic Preservation from the Ground Up: The Harada House [PDF 3.9 MB] uses a house in Riverside, California as a case study in how a community can participate in local preservation. The Harada House has become a landmark in the fight for Asian American civil rights. Despite its significance, the road to its preservation was a long and contentious one.
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