Membership Spotlight: Brandie Benton and Alvin Peters
We interviewed Brandie Benton and Alvin Peters, two veteran reviewers of the National Standards for the Preparation of Social Studies Teachers, to provide insight into the history of the Standards, the process for becoming a reviewer, and the uses for the Standards. Read the interview.
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In my first year of teaching, I was able to attend an NCSS conference and have been hooked ever since. I remember the excitement of looking over the program and trying mightily to narrow down what sessions I would attend... Continue reading.
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The National Standards for the Preparation of Social Studies Teachers describe and explain the national standards for social studies teacher education created by the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS). These standards were approved by the NCSS Board of Directors in March, 2016. Read the National Standards.
Save the Date: NCSS SPA Reviewer Training
Professional accreditation is the bedrock upon which professions have built their reputations. Through a partnership with CAEP, NCSS offers a review process specific to meeting national standards for each specialty licensure area. If you are interested in learning more about this process and how you can become a peer-reviewer volunteer for NCSS, save the date for this free training on January 15, 2021. More information coming soon!
Ed Talk Radio Discusses the National Standards
This recording features a discussion of the National Standards with Host Larry Jacobs, NCSS SPA Standards Coordinator Brandie Benton, NCSS Board Member Alexander Cuenca, and NCSS Executive Director Lawrence Paska. Listen here.
Meet Industry Experts in Our Virtual Exhibit Hall
Connect with 50+ social studies exhibitors in the #NCSS2020 virtual exhibit hall! Industry experts will provide attendees with the latest social studies resources and tools. See the exhibitors and register here.
Submit a Proposal for the NCSS Spring Webinar Series
NCSS is accepting proposals for the 2021 Spring Webinar Series! We are looking to provide a diverse selection of online learning opportunities for all levels and disciplines of social studies. Learn how to submit your proposal.
Library of Congress Seeks Young Readers Center Interns
The Young Readers Center (YRC) at the Library of Congress seeks interns to support the daily operation of the YRC. Interns will gain high-quality experience while working alongside Library staff to devise, test, and disseminate approaches for offering enriched, primary source-based programming for the target audience. Learn more.
