Two and Half Centuries: America's Founding Ideals and Power of Language (I)

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Two and Half Centuries: America's Founding Ideals and Power of Language (I)

Explore the vibrant, complex, and evolving story of the continuing American experiment. These engaging seminars will offer a comprehensive platform to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of two and a half centuries of U.S. history, from its foundational ideals to its ongoing challenges. We will reflect on the enduring principles of liberty and self-governance while confronting the difficult tests that continually test the nation's promise. Simultaneously, these workshops will serve a dual educational purpose: They are specifically designed to enhance your English language proficiency across reading, writing, listening, and speaking, as well as critical thinking, preparing all involved to be a more informed and active participant in our burgeoning global society.

Time/Date：2025 年12月27日，星期六，10：00 - 16：00

地点：美国驻沈阳总领事馆美国中心 （和平区十四纬路52号）

Location: Shenyang American Center, U.S. Consulate General Shenyang

10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | The Declaration of Independence

Doors open at 9:30 a.m.

The Declaration of Independence did more than sever ties with Great Britain - it redefined the role of government. Join us as we dive into the Enlightenment principles that power this historic document, from natural rights to popular sovereignty. We will go beyond the text to explore how these ideals laid the foundation for the United States and sparked quests for self-determination across the globe.

12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Lunch Break (lunch box will be provided for each participant)

2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Power of Language: How American Speech Shaped History and Global Dialogue

Doors open: 1:30 p.m.

Language does more than communicate; it ignites. This workshop explores the "Power of Language," tracing how the distinct cadence of American speech has traveled beyond our borders to spark inspiration worldwide. We will examine the vital role of language in shaping history, offering teachers a fresh perspective on how to present these classic texts as living, breathing catalysts for global change.

Speaker: Matthew Jellick

Matthew Jellick holds a Master’s Degree in Teaching from the University of Southern California (USC) and has been teaching internationally since 2009. A former English Language Fellow (Ethiopia: 2014 – 2016) and English Language Specialist (Djibouti: 2022, 2023), Mr. Jellick likewise has extensive experience in China and has taught at the university level here for over eight years, in both Shenzhen and Beijing, where, in both locations, he has been named, “Teacher of the Year”. Working inside as well as outside the classroom, Matthew has presented at conferences in Asia, Africa, and America, with a focus on teacher development and how we can transmit good practice so that it continually benefits students. Matthew works under the motto that “Learning is Lifelong and Worldwide”.

注意事项: 欢迎18岁及以上，有一定英文基础的人士参加。活动当天，你无须出示电子票，请携带身份证，以备安检，方能进入领事馆。请至少提前 15 分钟到达，以免延误。

因内部空间有限，禁止携带背包、挎包、行李箱等来领事馆。

如有身体不适症状者，请勿出席。我们将采取一切可能的措施来维护公共活动的安全环境。

请注意：活动参与者授权美国国务部拍摄和录像他们的形象和/或声音。允许美国国务部在公共信息项目和活动中发布、出版、广播或引用这些材料。获得的内容可能会被用于未来的演讲、在互联网上传播、以及通过多种广播渠道和印刷媒体传播。内容（图片、音频或想法）的使用将不会用于商业目的。非常感谢。

交通 地铁：2号线，青年公园站C出口西行至三经街

公交：109、188、246、258、265、272、289 领事馆站

报名方式 在线报名 ( 我们不再接受电话和邮件预约）

语言 英文

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