The Hechinger Report

JULY 11, 2018

Experts say that requires regular and high-quality social studies lessons, starting in kindergarten, to teach kids to be critical thinkers and communicators who know how to take meaningful action. Most states either don’t test social studies, or the social studies test doesn’t really count toward adequate yearly progress.”.

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Social Studies Civics Controversial Topics Elementary School 111

Passion for Social Studies

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Students will love studying popular culture while immersing themselves in some pretty rad times! While the decade was full of hardships, it was also full of progress, innovations, and social movements. Political Culture Politics and culture came together during the 80s. 1980’s Game Show $ 4.00

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Cultures Social Studies Economics Tradition 130

The Hechinger Report

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Hirsch, a professor emeritus of education and humanities at the University of Virginia, argues that democracy benefits when the citizenry shares a body of knowledge and history, which he calls cultural literacy. Now its a cognitive science argument that a core curriculum is also good for our brains and facilitates learning.

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Teaching Charter School Social Studies Geography 135

C3 Teachers

MARCH 14, 2025

It became clear that we needed a core resource that was rigorous and culturally relevant and accessible to our student population. That search led us to the Inquiry Design Model (IDM), an approach that shifts Social Studies from rote memorization to deep, student-driven inquiry.

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Social Studies Public School Primary Sources Civic Engagement 40

Teaching American History

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

In fleeing the dustbowl conditions of the Midwest, the migrants had “left behind many of their material possessions,” Czarnecki writes, but the folklore collectors “reasoned that they brought instead an intangible cultural heritage in their stories and songs.” Unidentified Others, Will Neal, Robert Sonkin, Charles Todd, and Robert Hemmig.

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Social Studies Research Archiving American History 98

ED Surge

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

As a writer, my Indigenous culture shows up in my poetry. When I was a student, I struggled to see my people represented in curricula, so when I design Spanish and social studies classes, I work to decolonize my lessons and reclaim Indigenous history.

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Cultures Teaching Pedagogy Ancestry 137

Thrive in Grade Five

FEBRUARY 2, 2019

Something I’ve noticed is that most states have standards requiring students to learn about Native Americans, both pre-contact cultures and modern citizens. Please keep in mind that each cultural group has varying preferences in regard to language and treatment but there are some universal rules. Do not single out Native children.

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Cultures Teaching Museum Elementary School 130

A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 10, 2014

The following is a guest post by Michael Warren , a Social Studies Teacher at Hasbrouck Heights High School in NJ. He centered his changes around a culture. This culture can be seen as soon as you set foot on campus. Michael recently visited New Milford HS and reflected on hist visit below.

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High School Cultures Social Studies Education Policy 267

A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 10, 2013

As we navigated the hallways and classrooms, I was able to experience firsthand the school culture that is fostered at New Milford High School. He has dual NYS certification in Secondary Social Studies and as an Educational Technology Specialist- daily utilizing both skill sets.

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High School Professional Development Educational Technology Social Studies 280

NCHE

MARCH 25, 2024

After Jessica Ellison invited me to participate in a conversation about how academic historians might be of use to K-12 teachers, I did a little research: I asked teachers at our state social studies council what they most needed for their work. The answers were clear: time and confidence, they said.

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K-12 Primary Sources American History Archiving 312

Social Studies Success

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

If you are like me, you are always looking for new and exciting ways to engage your students in Social Studies. If you don’t want to use content examples, you can always create a set based on your school or current pop culture information. I try at least one new strategy a year to expand my own teaching craft.

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Social Studies Cultures Teaching History 52

A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 12, 2012

This day, however, was not really much different than any other day at NMHS as we have made a commitment to integrate digital learning into school culture for some time now. Here is a video we produced leading up to Digital Learning Day showcasing our Social Studies Department.

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Library History Cultures Educational Technology 272

Cult of Pedagogy

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Slideshow Landmarks Don’t Look Behind You Magic Elevator Game 1: Slideshow Slideshow is a great game for students to recall and re-interpret literature, social studies, and science content. Science: 8th graders studying cells name different types of cells and make a pose demonstrating their function.

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Geography Social Studies Pedagogy Library 278

The Hechinger Report

MARCH 11, 2025

This is the prevailing mission for the pluralistic CivxNow Coalition , whose more than 370 members span the country, and whose contributors include classroom teachers, school leaders, curriculum providers, out-of-school clubs and organizations and cultural institutions.

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Civics K-12 High School Middle School 82

Thrive in Grade Five

MARCH 23, 2019

A meme is defined as a cultural item in the form of an image, video, phrase, etc., We all remember the days of reading the chapter in our social studies textbook, answering the questions, and regurgitating our knowledge on the chapter test. Our students certainly do! I find myself browsing memes more often than I should.

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History Primary Sources Social Studies Library 130

Zinn Education Project

APRIL 11, 2025

Register Robert Cohen is professor of History and Social Studies in New York Universitys Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development. ASL interpretation provided. Professional development credit certificate provided upon request for attendees. He is an affiliated member of NYUs History Department.

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Professional Development Social Studies History Humanities 52

Digital Promise

APRIL 14, 2021

They support one another in the powerful use of HP and Microsoft tools, such as using Skype and Microsoft Teams to organize virtual field trips, using Minecraft to engage students in design challenges, and using Flipgrid to help students connect with and share their indigenous languages and cultures. Learn from the HP Teaching Fellows.

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Teaching K-12 Social Studies Middle School 149

Studies Weekly

MAY 2, 2024

A Teacher’s Guide to Celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month May 2, 2024 • Studies Weekly Diverse perspectives strengthen education, according to Heather Singmaster’s EdWeek article from November 2018. They broaden students’ view of history and teach them to respect people from different cultures.

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Heritage Museum Social Studies Artifacts 98

The Hechinger Report

APRIL 14, 2024

They want to see themselves and their cultures reflected in the books we read, and they don’t want token representation. They nod along as we cover topics that connect to stories their grandparents shared with them, like tales of migration and cultural celebrations. They want more diverse classroom experiences. “I

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History World Religions Inclusive Curriculum Heritage 139

Cult of Pedagogy

APRIL 14, 2024

We know a lot about mathematic tools and apps and different databases for social studies.” I’ve had a number of kids that have come through my doors that come from different backgrounds, beliefs, cultures, religions. “We’re not just helping the ELA classes, which is often a huge misconception.

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Library Pedagogy Advocacy Professional Development 360

Passion for Social Studies

AUGUST 12, 2024

Political socialization is a lifelong process that begins in childhood and continues throughout adulthood. This examines several factors, such as culture, religion, demographics, media, friends, and family. Political Socialization Lesson $ 6.00 Add to cart Government Debates $ 6.00

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Lesson Plan Government Critical Thinking Social Studies 130

Passion for Social Studies

MAY 13, 2024

People can choose what they believe in, from cultures to religions. All of this is part of political socialization. The post Political Socialization appeared first on Passion for Social Studies. America is unique for many reasons. This often begins in childhood and continues throughout one’s life.

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Sociology Lesson Plan Government Social Studies 130

Passion for Social Studies

AUGUST 30, 2024

After this, they will deeply analyze how the song portrays cultural norms, ideas, beliefs, and values. Add to cart The post Sociology Gender Projects appeared first on Passion for Social Studies. Luckily, using these sociology gender projects will help them do that! Students will select a song that has a music video.

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Sociology Social Studies Cultures 130

ED Surge

MARCH 26, 2024

He still has that concern, but as he stepped back to think about it, he also saw a way to “leverage” the tool for a goal he had long fought for — to help bring social studies education, and especially the teaching of civics, to broader prominence in the nation’s schools. He has long argued that U.S.

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Civics Controversial Topics Education Social Studies 134

The Hechinger Report

JANUARY 12, 2022

Social studies was the class I excelled in because it felt most meaningful. This is particularly concerning because engagement and cultural relevance have both been proven to have a positive impact on student outcomes. Cultural and social relevance. Related: Teachers go to school on racial bias.

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Heritage Artifacts Local History Social Studies 133

Passion for Social Studies

JANUARY 18, 2024

Learn about the students and their families, cultures, backgrounds, and interests. Add to cart The post 5 Ways To Create Positive Parent-Teacher Relationships appeared first on Passion for Social Studies. Never make assumptions about your students based on past revelations from former teachers.

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Sociology Social Studies Government Civics 130

Education Week - Social Studies

APRIL 15, 2024

A pilot to infuse Black history and culture in social studies is gaining ground in New York.

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History Social Studies Cultures 100

The Hechinger Report

AUGUST 1, 2021

Related: Can patriotism and criticism coexist in social studies? Larry Paska, the executive director of the National Council for the Social Studies, challenges this characterization of action civics, saying it’s far broader than political protest. Larry Paska, the National Council for the Social Studies.

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Civic Engagement Civics Teaching Middle School 142

C3 Teachers

MARCH 30, 2022

Image of New York State Archives and Museum in Albany, New York Making connections with cultural centers offers educators a measure of expertise outside their own content knowledge and pedagogical skill. These advantages suggest why connections with cultural centers should matter to educators, students and the local community.

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Cultures Heritage Civic Engagement Civics 52

Digital Promise

MAY 30, 2019

“I have this idea, and she really helps me get there,” said Emily Kurtz, a social studies teacher at San Ysidro, about the school’s instructional DLP coach, Jamie Barrett. It’s amazing, the culture of the school has changed,” Barrett said.

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Middle School Social Studies Cultures Education 132

The Hechinger Report

JUNE 7, 2022

As a social studies teacher and a Chinese American immigrant, I find myself subconsciously asking the following questions: How are Asian Americans viewed by the American public? not only to foster more understanding and tolerance, but also to show the beauty and complexity of cultures often neglected.

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American History History Teaching Primary Sources 115

Zinn Education Project

OCTOBER 13, 2024

This has generated some of the most challenging discussions I’ve seen in my class. — Lena Amick, social studies teacher, Baltimore This widely used lesson was revised last year in collaboration with Taíno community members. I LOVE how “the system of empire” is one of the options for students to blame or defend.

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History Social Studies Humanities Cultures 143

Zinn Education Project

OCTOBER 20, 2024

Zach Wilson Middle School Social Studies Teacher, San Antonio, Texas We have a responsibility to be more inclusive and truthful to our students — especially those whose cultures have been marginalized in history books for years.

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History Teaching Civics Middle School 98

Teaching American History

MAY 21, 2024

With each class lasting one week and with teachers coming from all over the country, it’s a bit like a summer camp for social studies teachers! This course will examine the cultural, economic, military, and diplomatic events and trends of the period 1914-1945. Our summer experience on campus can’t be beat. Instructor: Jason W.

Professional Development 111

Professional Development American History Economics Social Studies 111

The Hechinger Report

AUGUST 27, 2020

They are advocating for core curriculum changes in social studies — specifically American history — classes. When kids come to school, we have the opportunity to create a culture of school that may be different than their home culture, and really be able to expand their racial beings as antiracists.”

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Teaching Elementary School Social Justice American History 145

HistoryRewriter

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Numerous studies demonstrate that student self-assessment is a major factor in academic improvement. Increased metacognition and problem-solving with advanced social studies concepts and academic vocabulary leads to deeper learning. You can also catch The Social Studies Show live or on-demand every month on EduProtocols Plus.

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Archiving Social Studies Tradition World History 130

Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 22, 2023

Exploring Different Cultures: When discussing cultural differences and traditions, the teacher could prompt students to share their initial assumptions and how their views changed as they learned about diverse cultures. This encourages cultural sensitivity and open-mindedness.

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Controversial Topics Critical Thinking Cultures Social Studies 131