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> Date: Wed, 14 Nov 2007 11:02:21 +0000
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> Subject: Buddhism and the Silk Road - British Library inspiration event
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> Dear Members,
>
> Please note that there are still a few places left for this inspiration
> event for Buddhism and the Silk Road in the classroom. Please contact Sarah
> Biggs at [log in to unmask] or by calling 020 7412 7822 (Tuesday to Thursday)
> or 07770 586919 (other days) to reserve a place.
>
>
> Buddhism and the Silk Road
>
> The International Dunhuang Project at the British Library is developing web
> resources for teachers of Religious Education and World or Asian History and
> Culture and will host a free teachers' event to guide participants through
> accessible and reliable resources on Buddhism and the Silk Road, suitable
> for teaching at Key Stage 3.
>
> The International Dunhuang Project at the British Library is putting the
> Silk Road online for all. Using the latest technology, it makes available
> images and information on tens of thousands of ancient books, textiles,
> paintings and artefacts. These offer a fascinating glimpse into the lives of
> the ordinary people who lived along this great trade route over a thousand
> years ago.
>
> The event will include:
>
> An introduction to IDP and its resources
> An overview of Buddhism and the Silk Road
> Ideas for introducing Buddhism to a class
> A visit to a nearby Buddhist temple and suggestions for class visits
> A demonstration of the Buddhist and Silk Road material available on IDP and
> other websites, followed by practical activities
> Opportunities to discuss innovative and positive experiences of teaching
> Buddhism and Silk Road topics with IDP staff and other teachers
> An end-of-day glass of wine!
>
> The event will be held at the British Library on 21st November 2007, from
> 2.30-6.30pm. To reserve a place or for more information, please contact
> Sarah Biggs at [log in to unmask] or by calling 020 7412 7822 (Tuesday to
> Thursday) or 07770 586919 (other days)
>
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