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NCHE Partners with the Library of Congress

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Since 1990, NCHE has supported K-12 teachers in the development and implementation of history education, with support from scholars, museums, historic sites, and other history educators. Today, NCHEs work focuses on three areas: professional learning, community building, and advocacy.

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5 Top Trends for Teaching Social Studies in 2023

Students of History

In a social studies context, this might involve students working in groups to research and present a report on a particular historical event or issue. By actively engaging with the material in this way, students are able to develop critical thinking skills and a deeper understanding of the subject matter.

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Teach Truth Day of Action 2024 Event Highlights

Zinn Education Project

and the Phillips County Retired Teachers Association at the Eliza Miller Junior and Senior High School Historic Site, named for educator and philanthropist Eliza Ann Ross Miller. We shared a brief discussion on critical thinking and banned books across the nation. Hosted on June 7 by the West Side Community Hub, Inc.

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People’s History Teaching Stories

Zinn Education Project

—Breck Foster High School Social Studies Teacher, Lake Oswego, Oregon Last year was my first year teaching World History and I was in need of high quality simulations to help my students understand and engage their critical thinking. Leading our workshop was an Indigenous Education Leader from Louis Riel School Division.

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