The Social Studies Professional | October 10, 2023 | No. 408
NCSS President Wesley Hedgepeth acknowledges Native land, and encourages you to take part in the upcoming US Media Literacy Week.
Initially proposed by Indigenous representatives at a 1977 UN conference, Indigenous Peoples' Day (October 9) was not formally commemorated by a president until 2021. The holiday's purpose is to recognize and honor Native American communities and culture, and to reject the celebration of the historically violent European colonization of North America.Read more.
Hispanic Heritage Month serves as an opportunity to reflect on the achievements, traditions, and rich cultures of the Hispanic community. We have curated a list of resources from NCSS Publications to help you teach about Hispanic Heritage!
What to Expect at #NCSS2023
View or download our brand new Conference Preview Booklet for a comprehensive look at our upcoming conference in Nashville. This free guide includes a welcome from NCSS President Wesley Hedgepeth and TNCSS President Laura Simmons, conference keynote topics, an exhibitor list and more. Take note of conference highlights, reception information, and available pre-conference clinics and Nashville tours. Will we see you at #NCSS2023?
NAMLE Media Literacy Week 2023
As a proud member of the National Media Literacy Alliance (NAMLE), NCSS invites you to join usfor the 9th annual Media Literacy Week beginning October 23. Register your event, explore educator resources, or learn about this year's theme: Access, Analyze, Evaluate, Create and Act. Please take 15 minutes to complete the State of Media Literacy survey to build a better, more media literate future for students.
Supporting Readiness Through Vital Civic Empowerment
As a partner on this program with the Education Development Center (EDC),NCSS is pleased to announce Supporting Readiness through Vital Civic Empowerment (SRVCE), a free new high school civics curriculum funded by the Department of Defense. SRVCE blends inquiry-based civic learning, media literacy education, and exploration of public service careers to prepare high school students to be active citizens. Watch the introductory video, or explore the curriculum.
AHA Perspectives on History
As a partner with the American Historical Association (AHA) on their Mapping the Landscape of Secondary US History Education project, NCSS is pleased to share this article on inquiry-based learning in history classrooms.
Session Recordings Available
NCSS Executive Director Lawrence Paska recently moderated a panel at the Flagler College Fall Conference, "The Freedom to Teach: Confronting Complex Themes in Contested Spaces". View the recording of his panel, "Teaching the Truth in Contested Times: What are Educators Experiencing?" here. You can also view all other panel recordings here. NCSS was an event planner for this conference.
Our membership messaging platform, CONNECTED, is currently paused for upgrades. We invite you to preview the new platform mid-October to see how it can help you to cultivate community with others here at your professional home, to advocate for social studies with an authoritative voice, and to innovate for tomorrow. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this interruption, please email Tim Daly, Director of Operations, at tdaly@ncss.org.
Expense-paid professional development trip to Normandy to honor a hometown hero. Applications and information available at: ahsni.com Deadline to apply is December 1, 2023.
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