Social Studies Success

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Secondary Social Studies Interventionist As any good teacher does, I often eavesdrop. During my fourteen years of eavesdropping, I’ve heard social studies teachers lament that they are “not reading teachers”. Why is background knowledge important in social studies? By Kydra Hubbard, Ed.

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Moler's Musing

AUGUST 25, 2024

Students demonstrate moderate ability in Recognizing Important Details , but often miss key information or focus on less relevant points. Making Inferences needs significant improvement, as students struggle to draw conclusions beyond explicitly stated information. I also had it correlate the skills and themes with EduProtocols.

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TCI

AUGUST 7, 2023

Each program provides many opportunities for students to develop a strong command of English and build reading and writing skills through social studies. From well-structured informational text to primary source passages, there are many opportunities to build reading skills. Reading Reading is an integral part of each program.

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Social Studies Primary Sources Middle School History 52

Studies Weekly

JANUARY 30, 2024

Teacher Tips: A Better Way to Think About Social Studies Jan. 30, 2024 • by Debbie Bagley Some of the best teaching advice I received from my mother, a teacher of 30+ years, was a different way to look at Social Studies. Every subject, discipline, and activity teaches Social Studies.

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Social Studies Success

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

My principal told me to use stations… that was all the information I was given – use stations (not very helpful). Students complete a section of their lap book in a station, then an activity to process the information. The post Creating Successful Social Studies Stations appeared first on Social Studies Success.

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Ashleigh's Education Journey

JUNE 27, 2021

Integrating science and social studies with reading is a must. Due to testing and/or district and state requirements, social studies and science often take the back seat. While I can’t say that I get it in every day, I do carve out time for intentional science and/or social studies instruction.

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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. Make su re you are including all of the key information you want your students to review in a particular unit. I try at least one new strategy a year to expand my own teaching craft. You can find them here.

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Let's Cultivate Greatness

JULY 5, 2023

In the five classrooms I’ve had in my career, I’ve discovered the must-haves that make my social studies classes run smoothly. While many of these are universal tips for any middle or high school classroom, several are social studies-specific. Things that go way beyond classroom décor.

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Students of History

JANUARY 10, 2023

However, current events are a great way to connect your curriculum to the real world and work on social studies skills. Incorporating current events into your social studies lessons can also be a great way to engage students and help them see the relevance of the subject to their own lives.

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 14, 2012

Two of my Social Studies teachers were recently invited to Washington DC on October 4, 2012, to deliver a model lesson that illustrated the effective use of technology. For more information on this event check out the summary provided by ISTE.

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Catlin Tucker

DECEMBER 13, 2016

The more informed our students are about the world around them, the less likely they’ll be duped by fake news stories. Listenwise offers educators a growing collection of news stories tagged as ELA, science, or social studies. So, I was excited to stumble on Listenwise , which is bringing public radio into the classroom.

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Studies Weekly

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Tips for Helping Students Understand Informational Text March 7, 2023 • Debbie Bagley There is a lot of information written about how to help students navigate informational text, but the most important takeaway for me is to make sure we focus on best practices that support our learners.

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Dangerously Irrelevant

MAY 31, 2017

Some folks know that I started my education career as a middle school Social Studies teacher in Charlotte, North Carolina. For instance, if I was teaching Social Studies today… My students and I definitely would be tapping into an incredible diversity of online resources. Washington University in St.

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Ashleigh's Education Journey

MAY 15, 2015

These words are important because they help students comprehend text across different content areas such as social studies and science. The first step in planning academic vocabulary instruction is to create a list of academic vocabulary to be taught in social studies and science. Review shouldn’t be boring.

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Ashleigh's Education Journey

MAY 11, 2015

State and federal mandates and high stakes testing have made teaching elementary science and social studies a battle for time in the classroom. This battle has resulted in minimizing social studies and science instruction to focus on tested areas. There should also be intentional social studies and science instruction.

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Passion for Social Studies

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

MLK vs Malcolm X Lesson There is so much fascinating information to learn when studying MLK vs. Malcolm X. Add to cart The post MLK vs Malcolm X appeared first on Passion for Social Studies. Thankfully, the MLK vs Malcolm X Lesson and Civil Rights Timeline Project are ready for students to explore brave actions.

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Digital Promise

FEBRUARY 5, 2015

So when Piedmont is looking for great digital science and social studies programs for its middle school, it’s hard for them to know where to look and what’s out there. WHAT: Piedmont Middle School is seeking to pilot digital learning programs that support competency-based learning in science and social studies.

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Passion for Social Studies

AUGUST 12, 2024

It even guides students through the history of political ideology and why they must become well-informed and engaged citizens. This is essential as they begin participating in the political process and making informed decisions as citizens. Political Socialization Lesson $ 6.00 government critically using their own minds!

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Lesson Plan Government Critical Thinking Social Studies 130

TCI

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

history instruction is essential for developing informed, engaged citizens who can navigate the complexities of modern society. However, recent studies indicate that many states are falling short of providing students with the educational foundation needed for active civic participation. High-quality civics and U.S.

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Passion for Social Studies

JANUARY 18, 2024

If something was bothering my student, disciplinary actions, or positive behavior was happening, I would immediately inform the student’s parents. Add to cart The post 5 Ways To Create Positive Parent-Teacher Relationships appeared first on Passion for Social Studies. Add to cart AP US Government Course $ 200.00

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Passion for Social Studies

JUNE 30, 2024

So, there is a lot of important information for students to learn about his choices. The post Teaching the Cold War appeared first on Passion for Social Studies. Students will love traveling on this enjoyable and enriching journey while understanding the impact of the Cold War at home. Grab this WWII resource!

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Mr and Mrs Social Studies

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

A research study conducted by Tasha Keyes in 2019 found that students determined more successful teachers by choosing the ones that demonstrated care and respect for them by taking the time to get to know them and then using that information to relate to them in class (Keyes, 2019).

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Passion for Social Studies

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

There is so much fascinating information to learn when taking any government course. They will learn through an informative video link, Google Slides presentation, notes, and a WebQuest. Each topic has an informational video link, and Google Slide notes to ensure students deeply understand the topic.

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Lesson Plan Government Social Studies History 130

Cult of Pedagogy

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

In the classroom, these exercises can activate a kinesthetic learning modality, creating an element of novelty and helping students recall information. Social Emotional Learning : Through theater games, students exercise their theory of mind. This will help to build retention of information through the fun repetition of the game.

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Geography Social Studies Pedagogy Library 252

Passion for Social Studies

MARCH 14, 2024

Specifically, it includes a lesson plan and three pages of handouts full of essential information. Add to cart The post Teaching Nixon and LBJ appeared first on Passion for Social Studies. It will deepen their understanding of his presidency, including the complex challenges that occurred during this time.

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Passion for Social Studies

JANUARY 14, 2024

Students will learn all of this information through engaging stations. The post World War II Lessons appeared first on Passion for Social Studies. So, it is vital students learn how the US had to adjust during World War II lessons. End of World War II Thankfully, World War II finally came to an end.

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The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 20, 2024

Data is now everywhere in our lives, informing our decisions about which new show to watch, what path to take or whether to grab an umbrella. But it’s practically absent from the way our kids learn. Our approach to teaching data science and data literacy has hardly evolved since I started my teaching career in 1995.

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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 125

Passion for Social Studies

OCTOBER 9, 2023

However, students want to avoid sitting and listening to this information in a lecture. They will gain a wealth of information during this hands-on unit. Add to cart The post Great Depression Lessons appeared first on Passion for Social Studies. encountered. So, this web search is perfect!

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Passion for Social Studies

DECEMBER 31, 2023

Students will deeply understand essential information with this unit! Add to cart The post Progressivism Lesson Plans appeared first on Passion for Social Studies. Students will master complex critical thinking skills through 17 days of lessons. There is so much to cover in Progressivism lessons.

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Mr and Mrs Social Studies

JANUARY 16, 2023

As educators, we must provide our students with the tools and resources they need to make informed decisions about their future careers. Job Skills in History Classes The ideas previously described work great in a careers class, but what if you teach history, social studies, or even language arts instead?

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Studies Weekly

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Creating Student Buy-In with Studies Weekly | Teacher Testimonial Nov 07, 2024 Video Transcript Speaker : Mechelle C., 4th Grade Teacher, KS Tell us why you love Studies Weekly! My team and I love the Studies Weekly resource because it’s current informational text. Mechelle C.: Mechelle C.: Mechelle C.:

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Passion for Social Studies

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

Honestly, there is so much essential information! Add to cart The post Sociology Lesson Plans appeared first on Passion for Social Studies. There are editable multiple-choice and short-response questions for students to show their knowledge in multiple ways. Famous Sociologists Lesson $ 5.00

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Mr and Mrs Social Studies

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

This information is often in the back of textbooks (or mixed in throughout them), but we recommend having access to computers for the best results. This complete set not only includes all of the past Presidents with some additional information in several sizes to display around your classroom but also some presidential flashcards included.

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Middle School Lesson Plan Government Social Studies 130

Studies Weekly

JULY 9, 2024

Emily Toronto, a 5th-grade teacher at Bonneville Elementary in Utah, reported that her lower-level reading students also struggle in social studies and science. Though helping students with reading in small groups helps a little, Toronto says, “it can get more difficult when doing content reading for social studies or science.

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Heritage Social Studies Primary Sources Lesson Plan 52

Moler's Musing

AUGUST 17, 2024

I’ve transitioned to Batavia Middle School, where I’m now teaching 8th grade social studies in room 234. On the bright side, I now only have four periods of Social Studies and co-teach one period of reading workshop with an ELA teacher. This week marked the start of a new chapter in my teaching career.

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TCI

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Many social studies topics are nuanced, motivating students to debate and engage deeply. Critical Thinking Questions for Scholarly Discourse: Educators should prepare critical thinking questions to foster passionate and informed discussions. Learn more about TCI’s innovative approach to social studies.

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