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Social Studies Soundtracks: Using Music to Teach Social Studies

Studies Weekly

It is deeply rooted in our cultures, histories, geographies, and values. Integrating music into social studies lessons offers a dynamic and engaging way to enhance students’ understanding. DOWNLOAD RESOURCE Using Music to Teach Geography Music is geographically rooted. Music is everywhere!

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Webinar Series: Teaching the 2024 U.S. Election

Political Science Now

Her research agenda focuses on political science pedagogy, campus-based civic engagement, and pop culture & politics. She is the recipient of the Barbara Burch Award for Faculty Leadership in Civic Engagement (American Democracy Project, June 2024) and the Stand Out Faculty Award (ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge, November 2019).

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Building Relationships: Connecting and Reconnecting with Cultural Centers

C3 Teachers

As a former high-school social studies teacher and professional development specialist, I have found that connecting with cultural centers (e.g., Many cultural centers curate history, geography, and civic exhibits that connect the past with the present. Image via Step Out Buffalo.

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Elevating Social Studies with High-Quality Instructional Materials

TCI

According to the National Council for Social Studies (NCSS) , social studies is the integrated study of social sciences and humanities to promote civic competence. This broad field draws upon various disciplines, such as anthropology, archeology, economics, geography, history, law, and philosophy.