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NCHE Partners with the Library of Congress

NCHE

Eligible applicants can include educational institutions, cultural organizations, historical societies or museums, community or civic groups, libraries, and literacy organizations. These regional grants will help fund projects that expand and explore innovative methods of teaching and learning with Library of Congress materials.

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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. The Teach Truth pop-up with banned books will remain on display in the library/museum. Hosted on June 7 by the West Side Community Hub, Inc.

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People’s History Teaching Stories

Zinn Education Project

The plan was to make it a museum that focuses on the history of Black Americans’ struggles both during and after enslavement. This approach not only enriched the learning experience but also empowered students to develop critical thinking skills essential for navigating the multifaceted dimensions of global issues.

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