Civics and Government

The presenters will demonstrate how teachers can use short stories to promote civic education and introduce their new online curriculum, whatsoproudlywehail.org, by discussing Jack London's To Build a Fire.

Unlike a textbook's approach to democracy, The American Promise (written by NCSS), encourages local issue involvement, increases citizenship knowledge, understanding diverse viewpoints, and local quality of life. Free DVDs, lessons!

This highly interactive program combines the vampire craze and social media to give participants a novel way to apply and teach the precedent set in a landmark Supreme Court case as they involve themselves in a realistic trial and jury deliberations--in an actual courtroom with a judge.   --> read more »

Founded in 1971, Close Up is a nonprofit that educates and inspires young people to become informed and engaged citizens. We fulfill our mission mainly by providing challenging, hands-on civic education programs for students and teachers in Washington, DC.   --> read more »

Wondering how to integrate real world news into your curriculum? In this interactive session, you'll meet the editor of THE WEEK and learn how unique features can help you engage students and meet curricular objectives.

How do you end this question and grade more fairly? The Four Point grading system! Hear from a veteran teacher who converted and won’t ever go back.

Participants will explore the impact of students in making social change. Diversity in public institutions was accomplished through students who challenged resistance to rulings by the United States Supreme Court.

Engaging elementary education teacher candidates in current event research and service learning projects in order to experience active citizenship and effective social studies teaching strategies in an ever changing world.

"This session will actively involve participants in a hands-on exploration of innovative, Web 2.0 technology tools to create PLNs (personal learning networks) for professional development in social studies programs."

"This workshop will actively involve participants in an exploration of innovative, Web 2.0 technology tools to support the teaching and learning of 21st century skills in all social studies classrooms. "