NOW OPEN: NCSSseeks an Executive Director to advance the field of social studies education. A nonpartisan, membership association, NCSS and its members elevate the visibility and credibility of social studies education. The E.D. will set a bold and sustainable strategy that delivers high-quality programming, advocates for critical thinking and civil discourse, and fosters community among members. Salary range $185,000–$200,000. Find more information and application instructions here.
You're Invited: Civic Learning Week Begins March 10
NCSS is excited to be part of Civic Learning Week, a national effort to prioritize civic education in order to sustain and strengthen our constitutional democracy!
Scheduled for March 10–14 this year, Civic Learning Week is an annual nonpartisan event that brings together students, educators, policymakers, and leaders in the public and private sectors to highlight and further energize the movement for civic education in states and communities across the nation. Learn more, submit events, and subscribe to receive event announcements atCivicLearningWeek.org
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Theory & Research in Social Education Leadership News
The College and University Faculty Association (CUFA) Executive Board is delighted to report that Dr. Anne-Lise Halvorsen of Michigan State University has been selected to be the next Editor for Theory & Research in Social Education (TRSE). The CUFA Executive Board is excited about her vision for the future of the journal. She, along with her new team of associate editors, will begin their term on July 1, 2025.
CUFA is proud of the contributions that TRSE makes to the field of academic research, and is grateful for the leadership of outgoing editor Dr. Wayne Journell’s during his 9-year tenure. Under his leadership, the journal has expanded its scholarly impact, established meaningful mentoring initiatives, and built lasting partnerships across the field of educational research. Read the full statement.
International Assembly Distinguished Global Scholar Award
The NCSS International Assembly (IA) Distinguished Global Scholar Award is presented to a leading scholar in global, transnational, and international education who has dedicated their career to advancing the field. This award recognizes individuals whose work demonstrates:
Extensive scholarship in global education
Active engagement with educational stakeholders, including students, teachers, administrators, and policymakers
Significant contributions to promoting global, transnational, and international education in the United States and beyond
Responsible AI Classroom Integration for K-12 Teachers
Created by NCSS partner Educating All Learners Alliance (EALA), the AI Accelerator for Educators is a hands-on virtual professional development program designed to help K-12 educators integrate AI tools into classrooms responsibly and effectively. This program emphasizes inclusivity, focusing on supporting students with disabilities while aligning with the EDSAFE AI Alliance SAFE AI Framework.
