Professional Development Monthly

Civic Inquiries for Social Justice

Dan and Michael chat with Steven Camicia and Ryan Knowles about their new book titled, Education for Democracy: A Renewed Approach to Civic Inquiries for Social Justice. Listen to it here.

Elementary Resource: Where is Gina the Geographer?

Take a look at this resource from the U.S. Census Bureau. Students will participate in an online scavenger hunt based on a story that a geographer named Gina, who loves to travel, has escaped to an undisclosed location. Students must follow a series of clues to find her location including landmarks, weather, and population—and use a U.S. Census Bureau data tool called State Facts for Students to answer questions that lead them one step closer to finding Gina. Learn more.

Library of Congress Online Open House

Want to learn more about the collections of the Library of Congress from the experts who work there? Join them for the first ever online open house for educators on August 4th! Rotate through short sessions (15 minutes each) on specific online resources, tools, and collections of interest.

Register for the August 4th session.

Engaging Teaching Strategies for Enhancing Student Inquiry

August 17, 2021 | 1 PM ET

Examine four instructional strategies that teachers can use to bring about deeper levels of questioning in their students, and in nurturing civic spaces and collaboration within their classrooms. Register here.

NCSS CAEP SPA Report Preparer Training

August 20, 2021 | 1 PM ET

Learn the latest 2017 National Standards for the Preparation of Social Studies Teachers. This webinar is designed for faculty or program coordinators charged with preparing NCSS/CAEP SPA Reports for national recognition and program approval. Learn more and register.

Advocating for LGBTQ Students

August 24, 2021 | 7 PM ET

This session will explore the current state of education for LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer) teachers and students locally and across the nation. Activities and discussions will center on current research and the impact of the marginalization of LGBTQ content in day-to-day instruction. Register.

The 101st NCSS Annual Conference in Minneapolis

November 19-21, 2021

Mark your calendar! The 101st NCSS Annual Conference in Minneapolis starts on November 19, 2021. You'll experience three days filled with learning, networking, and memory-making. Learn more about the 400+ sessions and the growing lineup of esteemed keynote speakers here.