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Yes, Your School Librarian Can Do That (and More)

Cult of Pedagogy

We know a lot about mathematic tools and apps and different databases for social studies.” Quilantan-Garza puts it this way: “What we’re trying to do is promote a new generation of well celebrated and beautifully crafted library programs that engage not just the students but teachers and reach the overall community.

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STUDENT VOICE: It shouldn’t take a tragedy to spark youth activism

The Hechinger Report

But how can all of America’s students become sufficiently equipped and knowledgeable about important issues to get involved and make a difference within and beyond their communities? Related: How social studies can help young kids make sense of the world. We met with lawyers and legislators about the Abbeville County case.

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Forget civics class: Students want to make a difference in real life

The Hechinger Report

The committees are housed within the Chicago school district’s social science and civic engagement department, which promotes civic engagement in and out of the classroom through K-12 social studies curriculum, service learning and civics-focused project-based learning.

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Getting schooled in social media

The Hechinger Report

Parents can follow the Twitter feed, and say, ‘Don’t you have that paper due soon in social studies class?’ ” Terrill said. Sanfelippo found his district’s social-media rallying cry during a school field trip to Fall Creek’s history museum, where vintage banners, pennants and pins were emblazoned “Go Crickets!”.

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How to reach students without internet access at home? Schools get creative

The Hechinger Report

Community engagement is a big element that kids are missing during this time, so to have an actual face of a teacher on the TV seemed like a good idea,” she said. In addition to showcasing real Arkansas teachers, the programming incorporates some interactive elements to keep kids engaged.

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