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2012 Conference Session Schedule

Submitted by TimDaly on Wed, 11/02/2011 - 3:02pm
Following is a preliminary list of sessions, workshops and poster presentations that have been accepted for the 2012 NCSS Annual Conference. This list is subject to change. A finalized program, including rooms and times will be available prior to the conference. Sessions and poster presentations are held on Friday, November 16 and Saturday, November 17. Workshops will be held Sunday, November 18.

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  • Fri, 11/16/2012 - 1:15pm - 3:15pm
    • National Geographic Teacher Fest [35]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 1:15pm - 3:15pm    Sheraton Grand Ballroom CD
      Secondary Level-High School [2], Geography [36]

      Join National Geographic staff for an exhilarating round of demonstrations of cool, classroom-ready activities.

      Brenda Barr, National Geographic, Washington, DC; Kim Hulse, National Geographic, Washington, DC
  • Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm
    • Why Do Social Studies Simulations Get a Bad Rap? [38]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    214
      Higher Education [39], Social Sciences [11]

      Why have simulations have been criticized and what makes a simulation educative for secondary students? Innovative ideas about enacting U.S. History simulations to foster critical thinking will also be shared.

      Lorrei DiCamillo, Canisius College, Buffalo, NY; Jill Gradwell, Buffalo State College, Buffalo, NY; Joe Karb, Springville Middle School, Springville, NY; Andrew Beiter, Springville Middle School, Springville, NY
    • Conversation about Race: How Spirituality Promotes Dialogue in Teacher Education [40]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Higher Education [39], Social Sciences [11]

      With increasingly diverse populations in education, the need for conversations about race within the classroom is paramount. Spirituality as a lens in teaching, we propose allows for honest, meaningful dialogue.

      Tami Augustine, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH; Deborah Zurmehly, The Ohio State Univeristy, Columbus, OH
    • "Changing Your Life" from Student Teacher to Professional Educator [41]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    619
      Higher Education [39], Social Sciences [11]

      Interactive presentation for pre-service educators. Proven methods will focus on transitioning from college to professional career, interviewing techniques, networking and more. Bring your résumé! Under classpersons attendance encouraged.

      Melissa Collum, Clemson University, Clemson, SC; Jennifer Morgan, West Salem Middle School, West Salem, WI
    • Walking History: Developing Field Trips for Historical Thinking [42]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Higher Education [39], World History [24]

      This poster presentation focuses on developing field trips using the Benchmarks of Historical Thinking. I will share my development of a field trip and activities for pre-service student teachers.

      Andrea Webb, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC
    • The Rule of Law: Bedrock for Social Justice and Equity [43]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    213
      Civics & Government [44], Middle Level-Jr. High School [29]

      Teaching students at all levels that the rule of law is the basis for all democratic ideals will ensure equity, justice and opportunity for all citizens in diverse, multicultural societies.

      H. Timothy Isaacs, The Center for Teaching the Rule of Law, Roanoke, VA; G. Michael Pace, Jr., Esq., The Center for Teaching the Rule of Law, Roanoke, VA
    • Got Games?: Using Hands, Hearts and Heads for Civic Literacy [45]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Civics & Government [44], Middle Level-Jr. High School [29]

      Bring on the games! This session provides opportunities to engage students with interactive gaming environments as non-fiction text, providing rich possibilities for civic literacy in a no-cost format.

      Karon LeCompte, Baylor University, Waco, TX; Barbara Purdum-Cassidy, Baylor University, Waco, TX; Brooke Blevins, Baylor University, Waco, TX; Sunny Wells, Baylor University, Waco, TX
    • One Hen: Teaching Economics through Problem-Based Service Learning [46]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    211
      Middle Level-Jr. High School [29], Economics [47]

      This presentation introduces a 6th grade curricular unit called One Hen to teach Economics with hands-on problem-based learning techniques to increase civic engagement.

      Annie McMahon Whitlock, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
    • NCSS Notable Trade Books 2012: Ideas for Classrooms and Learning [48]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    602
      Middle Level-Jr. High School [29], Global Connections [3]

      This session serves as a review NCSS Notable Trade Books, in which committee members present exemplars, as well as ideas for their use in the classroom. Ends with book raffle.

      Gregory Imbur, Goshen College, Goshen, IN; Scott Waters, Emporia State University, Emporia, KS; Doug Selwyn, State University of New York at Plattsburgh, Plattsburgh, NY; Kristy Brugar, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
    • A Comparative Study of American and Korean Social Studies Curricula [49]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Middle Level-Jr. High School [29], Global Connections [3]

      This study introduces the social studies curricula recently revised in the United States and South Korea and compares them. The result reveals similarities and differences in both curricula.

      Jungsoon Choi, Korea Institute for Curriculum and Evaluation, Seoul, Seoul; Seung-Yun Lee, University of Georgia, Athens, GA
    • Everything Happens Somewhere: Mapping Global Interconnectedness with National Geographic Education [50]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Middle Level-Jr. High School [29], Global Connections [3]

      Explore NatGeo Education resources including low and high-tech mapping tools with thematic layers, drawing tools, and more. Teachers working in K-12 will find value in the presented materials.

      Sean O'Connor, National Geographic Society, Washington, DC; Alison Michel, National Geographic Society, Washington, DC
    • Drawn Conclusions: Challenging Middle School Students' Stereotypes about Native Americans [51]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    605
      Middle Level-Jr. High School [29], US History [14]

      Presents research from middle school classrooms where students experienced curriculum that challenged their stereotypes and introduced how cultural misconceptions have been used as a weapon against minoritized groups.

      Grant Miller, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL; Asma Khan, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL
    • Games and Social Media Based Learning in Social Studies Classrooms [52]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    606
      Middle Level-Jr. High School [29], US History [14]

      This session presents What Would George Washington Do? a game-based learning and online social media environment which teaches students digital literacy, higher-order thinking, and collaborative problem solving skills.

      Sol Joye, Neil Armstrong Middle School, Forest Grove, OR
    • Using Multiple Texts to Teach Middle School World History [53]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Middle Level-Jr. High School [29], World History [24]

      We will present a lesson for middle school world history to demonstrate instruction using multiple texts, cross text analysis, and the development of evidence-based claims by students.

      Kimberly Hase Galek, Oakland Schools, Waterford, MI; Amy Bloom, Oakland Schools, Waterford, MI
    • Raiders of the Lost Arts: Meeting National Core Literacy Standards [54]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    603
      Middle Level-Jr. High School [29], World History [24]

      Imagine students devouring history: reading documents, taking notes, intense huddled-discussions. Participants will create standard-aligned, hands-on lessons and leave with ancient artifact replicas and strategies to engage low socioeconomic students.

      James Dewey, Liberty Middle School, Camas, WA; Martell Beth, Liberty Middle School, Camas, WA; Tony Dangerfield, Liberty Middle School, Camas, WA
    • Every Vote Counts! Helping Young Children Understand the Voting Process [55]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    205
      Civics & Government [44], PreK-Elementary [56]

      Experience lessons designed to make presidential elections relevant to young students. Making choices, compare/contrast candidates, political posters, vocabulary strategy, mock election. Primary sources. Ready-to-go lessons. Resources provided

      Karen Maloley, Eastern Kentucky University, Richmond, KY; Charlotte Smith, Model Laboratory School, Richmond, KY; Melinda Lake, Model Laboratory School, Richmond, KY
    • Using Original Games to Open Windows into Social Studies Skills [57]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    3B
      PreK-Elementary [56], Economics [47]

      This session illustrates how gaming theory can be utilized to construct classroom activities. Games already created, their implementation, and ways to build new ones will be shared by the presenters.

      Christopher Witschonke, University of Houston-Downtown, Houston, TX; Jose Herrera, University of Houston-Downtown, Houston, TX
    • Teaching Global Interdependence Using On-line Geospatial Technologies [58]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    206
      PreK-Elementary [56], Geography [36]

      Enhance your social studies instruction using geospatial technology including ArcGIS On-line to teach about global interdependence. Step-by-step guidance as well as CD with lesson plans and hand-outs will be provided.

      Eui-kyung Shin, Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL; Thomas Baker, Esri, Redlands, CA
    • Teaching with Multicultural Children's Literature: Windows and Mirrors to Diversity [59]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    310
      PreK-Elementary [56], Global Connections [3]

      Participants will explore how multicultural children's literature can act as windows and mirrors to diversity and expand the "single stories" students have of people, historical events, and cultural situations.(Handouts provided)

      Christina Tschida, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC
    • Assessment Strategies for Diverse Learners [60]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    604
      PreK-Elementary [56], US History [14]

      This hands-on, interactive session will analyze commonly used assessment strategies and, in turn, offer specific alternatives that accommodate the learning (and assessment) needs of diverse learners.

      Timothy Lintner, University of South Carolina Aiken, Aiken, SC
    • What's My Story? Pacific Northwest Native American Youth Resources [61]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    212
      PreK-Elementary [56], US History [14]

      Students can learn about Native American tribes through stories of people and place. Washington State has an online tribal sovereignty curriculum and this culturally relevant resource list provides context.

      Nadean Meyer, Eastern Washington University, Cheney, WA
    • Mom, Were You Afraid of Being Eaten by a Dinosaur? [62]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      PreK-Elementary [56], US History [14]

      Understandings of chronology and time are foundational to making sense of history. This presentation offers elementary teachers multiple activities for engaging students in developing a sense of chronology.

      Leslie Hall, Washington State University-Spokane, Spokane, WA
    • Cultivate Literacy Skills and Civics with C-SPAN Classroom's Online Resources [63]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    201
      Civics & Government [44], Secondary Level-High School [2]

      Discover how C-SPAN Classroom's free primary source materials on Congress, Campaign 2012, and public affairs enhance social studies curriculums and cultivate students' literacy, technology and research skills.

      Joanne Wheeler, C-SPAN, Washington, DC; Pamela McGorry, C-SPAN, Washington, DC; Josh Koning, C-SPAN, Washington, DC
    • Are Elections Democratic? Problem-Based Teaching of the Election Process [64]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Civics & Government [44], Secondary Level-High School [2]

      Using persistent and problematic issues found in the election process draws in student engagement creating interest in the process beyond traditional election years, while also building future citizenship skills.

      William Busbin, Auburn High School, Auburn, AL
    • Promises, Promises: Consent of the Governed [65]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    303
      Civics & Government [44], Secondary Level-High School [2]

      Through activities and discussions, participants explore two free downloadable lessons by the Bill of Rights Institute that help students understand the development and significance of the contract theory of government.

      Gennie Westbrook, Bill of Rights Institute, Arlington, VA
    • Innovative Hands-on Projects for Incorporating Active Learning in Your Classroom [66]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Civics & Government [44], Secondary Level-High School [2]

      This session presents ready-to-go lessons that engage and challenge students in collaborative activities and encourage civic participation. Through active learning, students gain the skills needed for 21st century's challenges.

      Greg Timmons, Missoula, MT
    • Calling All National Board Certified Social Studies Teachers [67]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    617
      Civics & Government [44], Secondary Level-High School [2]

      All teachers or scholars interested in or holding National Board Certification in social studies are invited to this meeting. We will discuss several topics including using the NCSS Connected website.

      Michael Yell, Hudson Middle School, Hudson, WI; Peggy Jackson, Moriarty High School, Moriarty, NM
    • InterACTION: Preparing Students for a Big Financial Decision [68]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    204
      Secondary Level-High School [2], Economics [47]

      Join us as we unveil a highly interactive online mini-course from the Federal Reserve designed to build students' financial literacy and help them make an informed decision about post-secondary education.

      Nicholas Haltom, Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, Richmond, VA; Jody Hoff, Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
    • My Economic System is Better Than Yours: Asia vs. America [69]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Secondary Level-High School [2], Economics [47]

      Since the Great Recession, Anglo-Saxon capitalism has been challenged by statist Asian models. Using primary sources, participants will evaluate key indicators to judge which model serves its citizens better.

      Omer Alptekin, Arlington High School, LaGrangeville, NY
    • Geography: Teaching with the Stars [70]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Secondary Level-High School [2], Geography [36]

      "Headwaters to Oceans," the newest installment of the video-based professional development series, "Geography: Teaching with the Stars," features best practices in social studies, enhancing both pedagogy and content.

      Richard Boehm, Texas State University-San Marcos, San Marcos, TX; Carmen Brysch, Texas State University-San Marcos, San Marcos, TX; Cheryl Frazier, Texas State University-San Marcos, San Marcos, TX
    • Media Construction of Sustainability: Food, Water and Agriculture [71]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    2B
      Secondary Level-High School [2], Geography [36]

      This fast-paced session will model the use of engaging media decoding strategies and free online materials to integrate critical thinking into teaching about sustainability at the high school level.

      Chris Sperry, Project Look Sharp, Ithaca, NY
    • Building Global Competency in the Classroom through Intercultural Exchanges [72]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Secondary Level-High School [2], Global Connections [3]

      Global citizenship is a key 21st century skill to succeed in our interdependent society. This session discusses nontraditional ways to promote global competencies through exchanges in/out of the classroom.

      Tonya Muro Phillips, AFS Intercultural Programs USA, New York, NY
    • Face to Faith: Teaching Global Citizenship in an Interdependent World [73]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    2A
      Secondary Level-High School [2], Global Connections [3]

      An inter-active exploration of Face to Faith, an innovative global education initiative that uses videoconferencing and online community to connect students ages 12-17 directly with their peers in 17 countries.

      Charles Haynes, First Amendment Center, Washington, DC; Cory Davis, Lewis and Clark High School, Spokane, WA
    • To Repair the World: The Importance of International Humanitarian Law [74]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Secondary Level-High School [2], Global Connections [3]

      This session will focus on the sharing of classroom-ready activities on the role of Judge Jackson at Nuremberg, international humanitarian law, and the warning signs of genocide.

      Joseph Karb, The Robet H. Jackson Center, Jamestown, NY; Alicia Guajardo, American Red Cross International Humanitarian Law Program, Washington, DC; Andrew Beiter, The Robert H. Jackson Center, Jametsown, NY
    • Psychology: A Window Into the Mind & Behavior [75]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    304
      Secondary Level-High School [2], Psychology [8]

      Attendees will leave this session with at least four new activities for their classrooms. Audience participation will be required of all who attend this session run by two veteran teachers.

      Randal Ernst, Lincoln Public Schools, Lincoln, NE; Charlie Blair-Broeker, Cedar Falls High School, Cedar Falls, IA
    • Fundamental Practices: Contemplative Education, Conflict Resolution and Global Interdependence [76]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    620
      Secondary Level-High School [2], Social Sciences [11]

      Integrating contemplative and peace education strategies illuminates how happiness and conflict resolution are interdependent and globally significant. Dynamic strategies and lesson plans will be provided for teachings these concepts.

      Natalie Keefer, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
    • On The Move: Using Technology to Teach the Great Migration [77]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Secondary Level-High School [2], US History [14]

      Technology in the classroom can be a vital tool in creating student understanding. Using webquests, digital archives, and multimedia sources we will explore the Great Migration.

      William Newell, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
    • "Under God": Examining the Historic Change to the Pledge [78]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    613
      Secondary Level-High School [2], US History [14]

      The Pledge of Allegiance celebrates its 120th anniversary this year but “under God” has only been included since 1954. Why has this brief phrase been the focus of such scrutiny?

      Eric Groce, Appalachian State University, Boone, NC; Tina Heafner, The University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Charlotte, NC
    • Phones On: A "Smart" Way to Infuse Technology into Learning [79]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    614
      Secondary Level-High School [2], US History [14]

      This innovative presentation will incorporate easy-to-use cell-phone technology into your classroom. The time has come to get our students sharing, interacting, and engaged. BYOD (Bring Your Own Device)

      Melissa Seideman, Haldane High School, Cold Spring, NY
    • Asian Immigration, 1880-1940 [80]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Secondary Level-High School [2], US History [14]

      This session introduces attendees to several methods, including use of several insightful primary sources, for teaching about Asian immigration to the United States in the late 1800s.

      Patrick Grant, University Prep, Seattle, WA
    • Digitized US History: Wikis, Ning, and Google for the classroom [81]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    616
      Secondary Level-High School [2], US History [14]

      Learn how to use Wikis to create interactive projects; create a Ning.com network for digital social interaction in your class; Use Google Forms to create digital DBQs.

      Charles Skrabacz, West Leyden High School, Northlake, IL; Andrew Sharos, West Leyden High School, Northlake, IL; Richard Mason, West Leyden High School, Northlake, IL
    • Developing Purpose-Based Learning in U.S. History: Focusing on Civil Rights [82]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Secondary Level-High School [2], US History [14]

      Teachers routinely face students who ask, "why are we learning this?" This session prepares teachers to foster purpose-based student learning of U.S. History. Examples focus on the Civil Rights Movement.

      Todd Hawley, Kent State University, Kent, OH; Adam Jordan, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC
    • Visual Sources: Using Library of Congress Archives in the Classroom [83]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    607
      Secondary Level-High School [2], US History [14]

      Through guided investigation, participants will consider how digital primary sources make social studies more relevant. We will examine constructed narrative history and how sources preserve or challenge social themes.

      Timothy Patterson, Teachers College, Columbia University, New York, NY; Alexander Pope, Teachers College, Columbia University, New York, NY
    • Don't Forget Me! Collaborating with Special Education Teachers [84]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    610
      Secondary Level-High School [2], US History [14]

      This interactive session demonstrates best practices supporting collaboration between K-12 special education and general education teachers. Participants learn how to create inclusive social studies classrooms supporting exceptional learners. Resources provided.

      Darren Minarik, Radford University, Radford, VA
    • 21st Century Skills: More Keys to Unlocking Social Studies Content [85]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Secondary Level-High School [2], US History [14]

      This session provides strategies and classroom ready lessons demonstrating how an emphasis on skills such as literacy, writing and critical thinking in a digital age enhance any social studies content.

      Erica Schnee, Bozeman High School, Bozeman, MT; Liza Doty, Smoky Hill High School, Aurora, CO
    • The Military Life of Joshua Bates, a Camp Lewis Soldier [86]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    615
      Secondary Level-High School [2], US History [14]

      Participants will handle and examine actual primary documents, photos, letters, and objects in order to piece together the life of WWI Private 1st Class Joshua Bates.

      John Ott, R.A. Long High School, Longview, WA; Joan Enders, R.A. Long High School, Longview, WA
    • History Mysteries: Students Become Historians Using Cold Case Crimes [87]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    203
      Secondary Level-High School [2], World History [24]

      This session introduces the Great Unsolved Mysteries in Canadian History, featuring extensive online resources: primary sources, teachers' guides, lesson plans with sound pedagogy and Webquests for developing critical thinking skills.

      Merna Forster, University of Victoria, Victoria, BC
    • Supporting Student Literacy Needs Using Assessment and Research-Based Strategies [88]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    3A
      Secondary Level-High School [2], World History [24]

      Participants will examine, align, and identify student literacy needs based on assessment data in order to provide the most appropriate and effective instructional strategies for reading in the Social Studies.

      Roderick Zano, Princess Anne High School, Virginia Beach, VA
    • You Say You Want a Revolution? Imagine Concept-Based History Teaching [89]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Secondary Level-High School [2], World History [24]

      How does learning about the past go beyond chronology? Join us for a concept-learning approach to a global recurrence: revolutions. Learn how creating historical generalizations makes history unforgettable.

      Kelly Kindl, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA; Bianca Schamberger, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA; Greg Hamot, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA
    • Teaching with Primary Sources: A Window into World History [90]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Secondary Level-High School [2], World History [24]

      History comes alive with primary sources, which offer a close-up view into the past. This session presents thematic sets of Library of Congress materials, selected for world history classrooms.

      Natalie Arsenault, University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX; Christopher Rose, University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX; Rachel Meyer, University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX
    • Gayle Thieman: Visions and Experiences of an NCSS President [91]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    307
      Supervisory-Administrative [92], Global Connections [3]

      The Archives Committee welcomes all conference attendees to their annual Past President interview. Special guest Gayle Thieman (2007) will discuss NCSS policies and her experiences during her time in office.

      Michael Lovorn, The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL; Mark Previte, University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown, PA
    • Critical Issues in Social Studies Assessment [93]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    618
      Supervisory-Administrative [92], Social Sciences [11]

      This roundtable session examines critical issues in standardized assessment -- including both ends and means, principles and practices -- from local, state, national, and global perspectives.

      Diane Brantley, California State University, San Bernardino, San Bernardino, CA; Chris Harth, St. Andrew's Episcopal School, Jackson, MS; Cathy Covington, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA; Michelle Herczog, Los Angeles County Office of Education, Los Angeles, CA; Leslie Skinner, Office of Social Studies Assessment- State of South Carolina, Co
    • IWitness: Holocaust Education for the 21st Century Learner [94]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Secondary Level-High School [2], Global Connections [3]

      iWitness, a free resource from the USC Shoah Foundation, bridges Holocaust education and multi-literacies. IWitness allows students to construct knowledge and expand inquiry skills through interaction with digital survivor testimony.

      Brandon Haas, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL; Tracy Tilotta, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL; Holly McBride, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL; Teresa Bergstrom, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL; Michael Berson, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL; Jeremy Howard, Francis Parker Middle School, San Diego, CA
    • Investigating United States History: Just or Unjust [95]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    308
      PreK-Elementary [56], US History [14]

      Investigate how individuals and groups have protested (violent and non-violent) injustices over time by analyzing primary sources using engaging instructional strategies. Participants will receive lesson plans and content resources.

      Natalie Bolten, University of Missouri, St. Louis, MO; Heather Gillman, Covington Independent Schools, Covington, KY
    • History with Foldables and Formative Assessment [96]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    4C-3
      World History [24]

      Plunge into evidence-base, hands-on activities for history as Foldables become powerful, tactile, rechargeable tools to engage students and build learning ownership. Come learn, fold and gain ideas for formative assessment!

      Jami Humphrey, Dinah Zike Academy, Comfort, TX
    • Financial Fables with Money Morals: A Look at an e-Book [97]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      PreK-Elementary [56], Economics [47]

      Teaching financial literacy through online fables can mesh economics with essential reading objectives. Fable e-books with financial morals, a related lesson plan, and online extension activities will be shared.

      Michele Wulff, Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City--Omaha Branch, Omaha, NE
    • The Civic Mirror - A Simulation-Based Social Studies Program [98]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    4C-1
      Civics & Government [44], Secondary Level-High School [2]

      This online and face-to-face education program utilizes the best of tech-ed and constructivist learning methods to transform classrooms into countries and students into citizens. Students don't just learn about law, government, and economics, they get to participate in their own mini-versions of them.

      Brenda Ball, Crofton House School, Vancouver, BC; Paul Chaffee, Heritage Woods Secondary, Bet Moody, BC
    • Travel Around the World without Leaving the Classroom [99]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    608
      Secondary Level-High School [2], Global Connections [3]

      Awaken your student’s curiosity by bringing the world into their classroom and expanding their knowledge of world history, geography, and cultures as well as their skills in critical thinking, writing, research, and analysis through the use of various strategies. A CD with lesson plans and teaching materials tied to various K-12 history, geography, and language arts standards will be provided.

      Lisa Adeli, University of Arizona Center for Middle Eastern Studies, Tucson, AZ
    • Transforming Teaching with Textless Tools [100]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Higher Education [39], US History [14]

      Tired of using that textbook for yet another Section 1 Review? Bueller? Bueller? Anyone? Anyone? Move forward and learn to build a textless curriculum with a collaborative platform for teachers.

      Shawn McCusker, William Fremd High School, Palatine, IL; Becky Ellis, Ogden School District, Ogden, UT; Ron Peck, Three Rivers School District, Grants Pass, OR
    • Using Visual Aids to Illustrate Key Concepts in Geography [101]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Secondary Level-High School [2], Geography [36]

      Teachers will learn how to implement an interactive notebook, and use videos, audio clips, maps, and other graphic organizers to help illustrate and teach themes in geography.

      Donielle Albrecht, Hutchison School, Memphis, TN
    • The Collaborative Social Studies Classroom [102]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Secondary Level-High School [2], US History [14]

      This session focuses on the collaborative relationship between the mainstream history teacher and the special education teacher. We will offer strategies on how to incorporate modified instruction.

      Paul Mazzuca, Ryan Hutchins, Patrick Block, Adlai Stevenson High School, Lincolnshire, IL
    • Travel around the World without Leaving the Classroom [103]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    608
      Secondary Level-High School [2], Global Connections [3]

      Awaken your students' curiosity by bringing the world into their classroom and expanding their knowledge of world history, geography, and cultures as well as their skills in critical thinking, writing, research, and analysis through the use of various strategies. A CD with lesson plans and teaching materials tied to various K-12 history, geography, and language arts standards will be provided.

      Lisa Adeli, University of Arizona Center for Middle Eastern Studies, Tucson, AZ
    • On the Road: Secrets to Planning Exceptional School Trips [104]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 2:30pm - 3:30pm    4C-4

      Learn what’s new in school trips from America’s student trip expert. George DeBolt will share tips on how to plan school trips that are exciting, educational, and within budget.

      George DeBolt, School Trips by DeBolt, Homestead, PA
  • Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm
    • Community-Based Research: Opening Minds, Addressing Societal Issues [105]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    3B
      Civics & Government [44], Higher Education [39]

      Implementing the pedagogy of service learning, University students engaged in Community Based Research (CBR) with identified community partners to help answer pressing questions in the community regarding poverty and homelessness.

      Marlene Rebori, University of Nevada Reno, Reno, NV; Diane Miniel, University of Nevada Reno, Reno, NV; Margaret Ferrara, University of Nevada Reno, Reno, NV
    • Who's Talking? What's Heard? Equitable Discussions in Inclusive, Democratic Classrooms [106]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    214
      Higher Education [39], Social Sciences [11]

      Participants will distinguish between open and inclusive discussions, collaboratively brainstorm inclusive discussion strategies, and connect the strategies to principles, knowledge, and skills fundamental to democracies.

      Karen Gourd, University of Washington Bothell, Bothell, WA; Tina Gourd, University of Washington, Seattle, WA
    • Ten Tips, Activities and Websites for First-Year Teachers [107]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Higher Education [39], Social Sciences [11]

      Four novice teachers will present useful websites, interactive student centered activities, and first year teacher "must haves" for a successful first year teaching.

      Adrianne Pinkney, Emory University, Atlanta, GA; David Suitts, Emory University, Atlanta, GA; Melissa Cohen, Emory University, Atlanta, GA; Kristen Reese, Emory University, Atlanta, GA
    • Public Opinion: Who Cares and Why Should You? [108]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    307
      Civics & Government [44], Middle Level-Jr. High School [29]

      Integrating a study of public opinion into Social Studies, Math, Science, and English. Students will review, create, and write about surveys and other methods of opinion taking with technology.

      Shawn Quinn, Henry Moss Middle School, Bowling Green, KY; Keri Mosier, Henry Moss Middle School, Bowling Green, KY; Chloe Harper, Henry Moss Middle School, Bowling Green, KY; Sharyn Bailey, Henry Moss Middle School, Bowling Green, KY
    • Symphony for the Movements: Social Conceptions and the Digital Age [109]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Civics & Government [44], Middle Level-Jr. High School [29]

      Session facilitates activities that prompt classroom discussions relative to changing patterns of exposure to music media and relationships to social literacies. Participants will partake in activities and receive classroom materials.

      Douglas Hatch, Illinois State University, Normal, Illinois; Linda Wedwick, Illinois State University, Normal, IL; Thomas Lucey, Illinois State University, Normal, IL
    • Using Digital Windows to Open the World of Geography [110]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    212
      Middle Level-Jr. High School [29], Geography [36]

      Participants will explore ways to selectively integrate online resources into their geography courses. When properly adopted, these techniques will aid in promoting critical thinking, multicultural awareness, and global interdependence.

      Eric Moyen, Lee University, Cleveland, TN; Ashley Shankles, Jasper Middle School, Jasper, TN
    • From the Dominican Republic to the USA, Facilitating Student Collaboration [111]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    213
      Middle Level-Jr. High School [29], Global Connections [3]

      Global understanding and digital literacy are essential for our students' connected future. We will share how one question began a three-year student-led project based learning global partnership.

      Kay Conners, Auburn Middle School/Fauquier County Public Schools, Warrenton, VA; Livia Marlene Perez, Carol Morgan School, Santo Domingo,
    • Exploring the Use of Realia to Enhance Student Learning [112]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Middle Level-Jr. High School [29], Global Connections [3]

      Presenters share various realia collected from their travels to enhance students' knowledge of the world. Participants will be encouraged to examine their own travels and surroundings to promote global connections.

      Chelsea Woods, Salem-Keizer School District, Salem, OR; Courtney Wehner, Dallas School District 2, Dallas, OR
    • Breaking Down Stereotypes: Teaching Students about Diversity among American Citizens [113]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    204
      Middle Level-Jr. High School [29], Social Sciences [11]

      Recognizing barriers created by stereotypes is essential when teaching students about diversity we face each and every day. Addressing those stereotypes and removing them is important for helping students learn.

      Jona Hall, Marietta City Schools, Marietta, OH
    • Accessing Social Studies with Technology for the UDL Way [114]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    607
      Middle Level-Jr. High School [29], US History [14]

      Universal Design for Learning provides a blueprint for creating instructional goals, methods, materials, and assessments that work for everyone, improving inclusion and accessibility with ready-to-implement strategies, tools and resources.

      Julie Moore, Central Kitsap School District, Seabeck, WA
    • Journey from the Dust [115]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Middle Level-Jr. High School [29], US History [14]

      Economic and environmental collapse of the 1930s and the will to survive sends one young man on a journey from the Oklahoma dust to a new life in the northwest.

      Michael McClinton, Living Voices, Seattle, WA
    • Beyond Superheroes and Villains: Encouraging Historical Literacy with Graphic Novels [116]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Middle Level-Jr. High School [29], US History [14]

      Not your brother's comic book! Graphic novels are increasingly available for the social studies. This session examines their link with content literacy and opportunities for the classroom. Lesson materials provided.

      Caroline Sheffield, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY; Penny Howell, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY
    • Rock, Roll and Remember...Using Music, Humor and Mnemonics! [117]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Middle Level-Jr. High School [29], US History [14]

      Rock, Roll and Remember uses music, humor and mnemonic devices to help history and geography educators aid the retention of knowledge in their students.

      Bill Ross 111, American Institute for History Education, Swedesboro, NJ
    • Islamic Achievements: An Exploration through Primary Sources [118]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    603
      Middle Level-Jr. High School [29], World History [24]

      Learn to use primary sources from the World Digital Library; teach students how to analyze and explore written and visual works from the golden age of Islamic achievement.

      Courtney Ferrari, Valley Catholic Middle School, Beaverton, OR; Sarah Standish, Lincoln High School, Portland, OR
    • Stressed Out Trying to Make History Fun? Come Get Ideas! [119]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Middle Level-Jr. High School [29], World History [24]

      Get ready-to-go U.S. and World History lesson plans, and learn progressive ways to motivate students through hands-on approaches using simulations, new technology and great website resources.

      Kristin Herigodt, Chippewa Middle School, Des Plaines, IL
    • Promoting Geographic Literacy through English and Spanish State Student Atlases [120]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      PreK-Elementary [56], Geography [36]

      In this poster session, presenters identify one approach for creating a state student atlas in English and Spanish. They also share design features of supporting resources and accompanying professional development.

      Gwenda Rice, Western Oregon University, Portland, OR; Teresa Bulman, Portland State University, Portland, OR
    • "Geogulary" "Vocabraphy" ??? Interactive Vocabulary Activities for Geography and Beyond [121]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    211
      PreK-Elementary [56], Geography [36]

      Learn low budget, high impact vocabulary activities you can use tomorrow. Brain based strategies for Pacific Northwest geography terms or any subject where vocabulary comprehension is key to student success.

      Laurie Zahn, Ashford University, Clinton, IA
    • The Window Project: Exploring Global Interdependence through Art [122]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      PreK-Elementary [56], Global Connections [3]

      This session examines the use of The Window Project, an integrated social studies and arts task, in the elementary classroom to demonstrate global connections and interdependence through collective art media.

      Lisa Brown Buchanan, University of North Carolina Wilmington, Wilmington, NC; Christina Tschida, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC
    • Truth About Totem Poles: Windows to Pacific Northwest Indigenous Cultures [123]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    619
      PreK-Elementary [56], Social Sciences [11]

      To understand North America is to understand First Nations. The ancient and contemporary history of Pacific Northwest Coast tribes can be taught through the lens of one icon. Materials provided.

      Amy Sotherden, Center for the Study of Canada/ SUNY Plattsburgh, Plattsburgh, NY; Betsy Arntzen, Canadian-American Center, University of Maine, Orono, ME
    • 21st Century Project-Based Learning in the Social Studies Classroom [124]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    604
      PreK-Elementary [56], US History [14]

      This session will present ways to use Project-based Learning (PBL) in social studies classrooms to help teachers prepare their students for real-world, 21st Century skills.

      Bobbi Hansen, University of San Diego, San Diego, CA
    • Historical Dilemmas: Andrew Jackson and the Debate over Indian Removal [125]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      PreK-Elementary [56], US History [14]

      Elementary teachers collaboratively designed and implemented a lesson aimed at helping students authentically debate Indian Removal. Students examined multiple historical perspectives before recommending a policy decision to Andrew Jackson.

      James Howell, Auburn University, Auburn, AL; John Saye, Auburn University, Auburn, AL
    • ELA Integration in the Content Classroom, We've Done Your Homework! [126]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    605
      PreK-Elementary [56], US History [14]

      An innovative approach to ELA integration with historical fiction used as the instructional force behind content instruction. Result: An array of student created products, including an intricate reading response journal.

      Rick Lumpkins, Shepherdsville Elementary School, Shepherdsville, KY; Michele Grey, Shepherdsville Elementary School, Shepherdsville, KY
    • I'm a Future Voter! [127]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Civics & Government [44], Secondary Level-High School [2]

      Educating the next generation of active, informed citizens.

      JulieAnne Behar, Washington Office of the Secretary of State, Elections Division, Olympia, WA; Lindsay Pryor, Washington Office of the Secretary of State, Elections Division, Olympia, WA
    • Campify Your Classroom: No Marshmallows Required [128]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Civics & Government [44], Secondary Level-High School [2]

      This session will bring the magic of summer camp activities to the classroom to engage students in innovative learning experiences that promote the necessary skills to be active democratic citizens.

      Wendy Scott, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA
    • Technology and the Fourth Amendment [129]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    303
      Civics & Government [44], Secondary Level-High School [2]

      Wiretapping, infrared, GPS, oh my! Courts repeatedly address the use of technology to conduct searches. Will explore cases raising technological challenges to the Constitution, and discuss methods for teaching them.

      Tiffany Middleton, American Bar Association Division for Public Education, Chicago, IL; Catherine Hawke, American Bar Association Division for Public Education, Chicago, IL
    • Putting the Constitution into ConText [130]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    2A
      Civics & Government [44], Secondary Level-High School [2]

      This session will expose participants to James Madison's Notes on the federal convention, making the debates over the Constitution from 225 years ago relevant to the debates about government today.

      Jen Howell, Center for the Constitution at James Madison's Montpelier, Orange, VA
    • Don't Waste It: Market Failure and Deadweight Loss [131]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    206
      Secondary Level-High School [2], Economics [47]

      A fundamental concept in microeconomics is the efficiency of free markets, maximizing societal welfare. The purpose of my presentation is to examine key areas where efficiency eludes the free market.

      Michael Brody, Menlo School, Atherton, CA; Mary Kohelis, Brooke High School, Follansbee, WV
    • Discovering the World, Using the News to Teach Current Events [132]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    2B
      Secondary Level-High School [2], Geography [36]

      Using a sociocultural approach to teaching global current events to high school students. This interactive approach teaches students how to deconstruct the news, and reconstruct their understanding of the world.

      Dean Vesperman, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN
    • OPEN? How to Integrate Current Values Research into any Classroom [133]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Secondary Level-High School [2], Global Connections [3]

      Utilizing current research from all fields of social studies, teachers will learn how to incorporate universal values within their daily instruction. All of these values connect through OPENness.

      Alan Hagedorn, Center Grove High School, Greenwood, IN
    • Costa Rica Earthwatch Expedition: From Community to Cup to Classroom [134]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    201
      Secondary Level-High School [2], Global Connections [3]

      Where does your coffee come from? Why does it matter? Hands-on materials to teach students the economic and social implications of our daily cuppa informed by time in the field.

      Sage Borgmästars, St. John's International School, Waterloo,
    • Everyone Gets It! A Model for Teaching Global Citizenship [135]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    308
      Secondary Level-High School [2], Global Connections [3]

      Global Leadership is a global issues course that focuses on social and environmental justice through service learning and leadership skill development. Learn teaching strategies for use in any classroom.

      Noah Zeichner, Chief Sealth International High School, Seattle, WA; Christopher Fontana, Global Visionaries, Seattle, WA
    • Connecting Psychology and Scoiology Classes Across State Lines [136]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    304
      Secondary Level-High School [2], Psychology [8]

      When students connect with another high school it allows them to expand their audience, create a PLC, and share opinions, works, and ideas across state lines - they love it!!

      Allison Shaver, Plymouth South High School, Plymouth, MA; Heather Kilgallon, Cary-Grove High School, Cary, IL
    • Opening Wider a Smaller Window: Teaching Psychology in One Semester [137]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Secondary Level-High School [2], Psychology [8]

      With so many engaging experiments, demonstrations, and activities, how can you teach it all in one semester? Explore ways to fit in seven domains in a short window of time.

      Amy Malin, Seven Lakes High School, Katy, TX
    • Capturing the Digitally Linguistic Modern Student with New Multimedia Methods [138]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Secondary Level-High School [2], Social Sciences [11]

      Experience how utilizing new media techniques triggers immediate and exponential growth in understanding. Intertwining superficial entertainment with deep content allows students to use digital language in academic settings.

      Kyle Johnson, University of Nevada, Reno, NV; Richard Catlin, University of Nevada, Reno, NV; Margaret Ferrara, University of Nevada, Reno, NV
    • Throw Open the Sash: Teaching Tolerance Opens Windows of Opportunity [139]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Secondary Level-High School [2], Social Sciences [11]

      Teaching Tolerance resources marry multicultural content with culturally relevant instructional strategies. Our materials help teachers engage diverse students with effective strategies while exploring social justice issues. New materials distributed!

      Maureen Costello, Southern Poverty Law Center, Montgomery, AL
    • Through Narrow Windows: Art as a Strategy for Survival [140]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    620
      Secondary Level-High School [2], Social Sciences [11]

      Using an interdisciplinary approach to teaching social justice across time, place, and vulnerable populations through literacy, reflection, and art, presenters explore history through studying artmaking in concentration and internment camps.

      Margo Collier, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM; Liz Keefe, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM; Rebecca Sanchez, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM; Linney Wix, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM
    • Taking Notes: Jazz and the American Story [141]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    617
      Secondary Level-High School [2], US History [14]

      Taking Notes provides participants with precise historical methodology and the research supporting arts integration into the teaching of U.S. history to enhance the use of metacognitive strategies and promote inquiry.

      André Mountain, Richmond County School System, Augusta, GA; Malik Bostic, Atlanta Public Schools, Atlanta, GA
    • Great Gatsby, I Got the Blues! [142]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Secondary Level-High School [2], US History [14]

      Step into 1920s New York with stops at the Plaza Hotel, Harlem, and Gatsby's roaring parties. Mini lessons will incorporate multiple methods for bringing literature and the past to life.

      Linda O'Connell, Fredonia Central School, Fredonia, NY; Kerry Seastrum, Fredonia Central School, Fredonia, NY
    • Going Beyond: Promoting Social Justice through Alternative Texts [143]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    613
      Secondary Level-High School [2], US History [14]

      Come actively explore alternative texts designed to increase engagement and understanding amongst diverse learners with an emphasis on how to use these resources to promote social justice and student empowerment.

      Christine Beaudry, University of Houston, Houston, TX; Cameron White, University of Houston, Houston, TX; Amy Mulholland, University of Houston, Houston, TX; Dustine Thomas, Univeristy of Houston, Houston, TX
    • Social Studies/Social Media: A Match Made in the Classroom! [144]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    616
      Secondary Level-High School [2], US History [14]

      Discover how to use social media, technology and the Library of Congress' primary sources to engage students in the social studies classroom. Bring your laptop!

      Kelly Jones-Wagy, Overland High School, Aurora, CO; Peggy O'Neill-Jones, Library of Congress, Teaching with Primary Sources, Denver, CO
    • Media Literacy Skills: Foreign Policy, According to Kidd Rock [145]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Secondary Level-High School [2], US History [14]

      With audience participation and tools from the Center for Media Literacy, Kidd Rock's "American Warrior" music video is deconstructed to model a versatile strategy for critical thinking & media literacy.

      Justin Detmers, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
    • Incorporating Local and Regional History into American History Courses [146]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Secondary Level-High School [2], US History [14]

      This session will provide high school teachers with curriculum used to incorporate local and regional histories into their American History courses, emphasizing the methods used by historians.

      Christopher Nelson, John A. Johnson Senior High, St. Paul, MN; Mary Voigt, John A. Johnson Senior High, St. Paul, MN
    • Forgotten Americans: Puerto Rico and the U.S.V.I in Secondary Education [147]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Secondary Level-High School [2], US History [14]

      Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands are largely absent from U.S. History textbooks. Learn about how we can integrate these Americans into our high school classes.

      David J. Rodriguez-Sanfiorenzo, University of Phoenix, Guaynabo, PR
    • Adventures in Blended Learning: Class Outside of the Classroom Walls [148]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Secondary Level-High School [2], US History [14]

      Blended learning combines face-to-face learning with the affordances of online learning spaces and real world experiences. Join two teachers to discuss the successes and challenges of blended learning.

      Meredith Stewart, Cary Academy, Cary, NC; Diana Laufenberg, Science Leadership Academy, Philadelphia, PA
    • Bracketology 101: An Engaging Debate Activity Involving Historical Figures [149]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    615
      Secondary Level-High School [2], US History [14]

      If you enjoy March Madness, then you'll love this interactive session involving historical figures. You will leave with rubrics and other resources to bring this debate tournament to your classroom.

      Cosby Hunt, Center for Inspired Teaching, Washington, DC; Katie Kindle, The Lab School of Washington, Washington, DC
    • Using DocsTeach to Teach American Indian History [150]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    614
      Secondary Level-High School [2], US History [14]

      Explore federal records from the National Archives on American Indians using the DocsTeach interactive website and iPad app designed to directly support teachers and their students.

      Carol Buswell, The National Archives at Seattle, Seattle, WA
    • When Canada Said No: Anatomy of an Event [151]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    East Lobby - Level Six
      Secondary Level-High School [2], World History [24]

      The MS ST. Louis tragedy represents a dark chapter in Canadian and American immigration history. This session will use several powerful strategies for analyzing this and other historical events.

      John Myers, Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, Toronto, ON; John Myers, Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, Toronto, ON
    • Creating Digital Documentaries for the Social Studies Classroom [152]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    203
      Secondary Level-High School [2], World History [24]

      This session explores the power of using student-generated digital documentaries to explore the world history curriculum in an authentic, transformative way.

      Christopher Leahey, North Syracuse Schools, North Syracuse, NY
    • History Alive! Making World Connections [153]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    3A
      Secondary Level-High School [2], World History [24]

      Join TCI to discover engaging strategies for teaching secondary students world history and contemporary world studies. You'll learn concrete ways to connect students to concepts and important issues.

      Nathan Wellborne, TCI, Mountain View, CA; Bert Bower, TCI, Mountain View, CA
    • The Armageddon Letters: Kennedy/Kruschev/Castro in the Cuban Missile Crisis [154]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    611/612
      Secondary Level-High School [2], World History [24]

      In The Armageddon Letters, two renowned scholars of the Cuban missile crisis have produced their masterpiece for the 50th anniversary of the crisis. The Armageddon Letters is a web-augmented, student friendly, virtual time machine that will leave readers breathless at the narrowness of humanity’s escape.

      James G. Blight, Balsillie School of International Affairs, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON; janet M. Lang, Watson Institute, Brown University, Providence, RI
    • Rick Steves's Iran [155]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    4C-1
      Secondary Level-High School [2], Global Connections [3]

      Rick Steves takes us on a journey of discovery to better understand Iran and its 70 million people. Steves captures Persian culture vividly: from Friday prayer in a mosque to non-conformist teen fashions at the mall; from anti-American murals to the hospitality of a family dinner; and from the tranquility of rural life to the crazy traffic of modern Tehran.

      Rick Steves, Edmonds, WA
    • The Common Core and the Social Studies [156]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    606
      none [31], none [157]

      The adoption of the Common Core standards represents a watershed moment in educational history. Never before have so many states committed to so similar a program of reform with such far-reaching implications. That said, very little consideration has been given to developing instructional and assessment materials to follow through on the promises and obligations of the Common Core.

      Kathy Swan, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY; S. G. Grant, Binghamton University, Binghamton, NY; John Lee, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC
    • Jungleers in Battle The 41st Division of WWII [158]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    4C-3
      Secondary Level-High School [2], US History [14]

      This new documentary tells the story of the 41st Infantry Division during World War II. Veterans recount their experiences, from guarding the Oregon and Washington coastline, through battles in the Pacific, to occupation duty in the Hiroshima district of Japan.

      Alisha Hamel, Historical Outreach Foundation, Portland, OR
    • Elementary and Secondary Social Studies: An Imperative for Teaching and Research [159]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    608
      Higher Education [39]

      The paper will address the current status of social studies teaching and research. Dr. Field will share some of her own work and include other bodies of work significant to the directions of profession. The presentation will also offer an imperative and challenge for the future of the social studies field.

      Sherry Field, Arkansas Tech University, Russellville, AR
    • Elementary and Secondary Social Studies: An Imperative for Teaching and Research. [160]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    608
      Higher Education [39]

      The paper will address the current status of social studies teaching and research. Dr. Field will share some of her own work and include other bodies of work significant to the directions of profession. The presentation will also offer an imperative and challenge for the future of the social studies field.

      Sherry Field, Arkansas Tech University, Russellville, AR
    • Elementary and Secondary Social Studies: An Imperative for Teaching and Research [161]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 4:45pm    608
      Higher Education [39]

      The paper will address the current status of social studies teaching and research. Dr. Field will share some of her own work and include other bodies of work significant to the directions of profession. The presentation will also offer an imperative and challenge for the future of the social studies field.

      Sherry Field, Arkansas Tech University, Russellville, AR
  • Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 5:30pm
    • Jean Fair Memorial Symposium on Sustainability [162]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 3:45pm - 5:30pm    609
      Supervisory-Administrative [92], Social Sciences [11]

      This symposium will address sustainability from the perspective of four academic disciplines--Information Technology, Geography, Economics, and Political Science. Presenters will discuss how the discipline defines sustainability problems and suggest possible policy approaches to address the problems.

      Michael Berson, Ilene Berson, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL; Joseph Stoltman, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI; James Davis, Social Science Education Consortium, Lafayette, CO; Suzanne Helburn, University of Colorado, Denver, CO; Charles White, Boston University, Boston, MA
  • Fri, 11/16/2012 - 5:00pm - 6:00pm
    • Complicating 9/11: A Pre-Service Teacher Uses Experience with Elementary Students [163]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 5:00pm - 6:00pm    214
      Higher Education [39], Social Sciences [11]

      Participants will reflect on designing a research-informed, weeklong unit to teach elementary students about 9/11. Handouts, photos and videos of classroom instruction, and student-created artifacts will be shared.

      Elizabeth Bellows, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX; Scarlett Smith, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX
    • Inuit Political Leadership in the World Today [164]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 5:00pm - 6:00pm    213
      Higher Education [39], Social Sciences [11]

      There is a new phenomenon occurring in the Arctic. Inuit have mobilized politically and are now playing a key role in international relations impacting how we understand the Arctic region.

      Nadine Fabbi, University of Washington, Seattle, WA
    • Education and Community Building: Enhancing Preservice Education through Cultural Fieldwork [165]
      Fri, 11/16/2012 - 5:00pm - 6:00pm    303
      Higher Education [39], US History [14]

      How can we enhance teacher training and connect students to valuable teaching resources? Hear about an innovative cultural internship program developed by Temple University and the National Archives at Philadelphia.

      Andrea Reidell, The National Archives at Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA; Christine Woyshner, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA; Marc Brasof, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA
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Source URL: http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions

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[1] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/us_foreign_policy_global_issues_student_to_student_deliberation_format
[2] http://www.socialstudies.org/secondarylevelhighschool
[3] http://www.socialstudies.org/globalconnections0
[4] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/the_secret_history_of_us_relations_with_latin_america
[5] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/current_events_in_the_digital_classroom_teaching_beyond_the_whiteboard
[6] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/analogy_the_overlooked_device_in_effective_political_cartoons
[7] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/interpreting_historical_events_through_the_lens_of_psychological_science
[8] http://www.socialstudies.org/psychology0
[9] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/folded_but_not_mutilated_teaching_ap_psychology_in_one_semester
[10] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/making_primary_sources_accessible_to_struggling_readers_and_english_learners
[11] http://www.socialstudies.org/socialsciences
[12] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/rho_kappa_national_social_studies_honor_society
[13] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/be_your_own_publisher_better_classroom_materials_through_epubs
[14] http://www.socialstudies.org/us_history
[15] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/windows_on_the_southwest_missions_of_arizona_and_new_mexico
[16] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/opening_the_curricular_window_indigenous_experiences_primary_sources_and_inquiry
[17] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/connecting_cultures_when_students_are_the_teachers
[18] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/analysis_of_two_us_history_textbooks_teachers_developing_minority_portrayals
[19] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/creating_dbqs_using_free_library_of_congress_resources
[20] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/us_labor_protests_and_the_bisbee_deportation_of_1917
[21] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/more_than_a_reflection_in_the_mirror_thematic_us_history
[22] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/the_student_as_historian_an_authentic_investigation_of_the_past
[23] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/a_man_and_a_word_raphael_lemkin_and_genocide
[24] http://www.socialstudies.org/worldhistory0
[25] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/historical_thinking_using_film
[26] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/teaching_afghan_history_and_culture_with_primary_sources
[27] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/evolution_of_global_interdependence_in_the_indian_ocean
[28] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/dynamic_strategies_for_teaching_visual_literacy_in_the_digital_age
[29] http://www.socialstudies.org/middleleveljrhighschool
[30] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/free_dvds_engaging_lessons_critical_thinking
[31] http://www.socialstudies.org/none
[32] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/empowering_youth_to_take_global_action
[33] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/cold_war_villains_and_heroes_primary_sources_and_questioning_strategies
[34] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/others_lives_using_current_non_fiction_resources_to_advance_global_understanding
[35] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/national_geographic_teacher_fest
[36] http://www.socialstudies.org/geography0
[37] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/others_lives_using_current_non_fiction_resources_to_advance_global_understandi_0
[38] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/why_do_social_studies_simulations_get_a_bad_rap
[39] http://www.socialstudies.org/higher_education
[40] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/conversation_about_race_how_spirituality_promotes_dialogue_in_teacher_education
[41] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/changing_your_life_from_student_teacher_to_professional_educator
[42] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/walking_history_developing_field_trips_for_historical_thinking
[43] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/the_rule_of_law_bedrock_for_social_justice_and_equity
[44] http://www.socialstudies.org/civics_government
[45] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/got_games_using_hands_hearts_and_heads_for_civic_literacy
[46] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/one_hen_teaching_economics_through_problem_based_service_learning
[47] http://www.socialstudies.org/economics0
[48] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/ncss_notable_trade_books_2012_ideas_for_classrooms_and_learning
[49] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/a_comparative_study_of_american_and_korean_social_studies_curricula
[50] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/everything_happens_somewhere_mapping_global_interconnectedness_with_national_geo
[51] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/drawn_conclusions_challenging_middle_school_students_stereotypes_about_native_am
[52] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/games_and_social_media_based_learning_in_social_studies_classrooms
[53] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/using_multiple_texts_to_teach_middle_school_world_history
[54] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/raiders_of_the_lost_arts_meeting_national_core_literacy_standards
[55] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/every_vote_counts_helping_young_children_understand_the_voting_process
[56] http://www.socialstudies.org/prek_elementary
[57] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/using_original_games_to_open_windows_into_social_studies_skills
[58] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/teaching_global_interdependence_using_on_line_geospatial_technologies
[59] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/teaching_with_multicultural_childrens_literature_windows_and_mirrors_to_diversit
[60] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/assessment_strategies_for_diverse_learners
[61] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/whats_my_story_pacific_northwest_native_american_youth_resources
[62] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/mom_were_you_afraid_of_being_eaten_by_a_dinosaur
[63] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/cultivate_literacy_skills_and_civics_with_c_span_classrooms_online_resources
[64] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/are_elections_democratic_problem_based_teaching_of_the_election_process
[65] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/promises_promises_consent_of_the_governed
[66] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/innovative_hands_on_projects_for_incorporating_active_learning_in_your_classroom
[67] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/calling_all_national_board_certified_social_studies_teachers
[68] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/interaction_preparing_students_for_a_big_financial_decision
[69] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/my_economic_system_is_better_than_yours_asia_vs_america
[70] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/geography_teaching_with_the_stars
[71] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/media_construction_of_sustainability_food_water_and_agriculture
[72] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/building_global_competency_in_the_classroom_through_intercultural_exchanges
[73] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/face_to_faith_teaching_global_citizenship_in_an_interdependent_world
[74] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/to_repair_the_world_the_importance_of_international_humanitarian_law
[75] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/psychology_a_window_into_the_mind_behavior
[76] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/fundamental_practices_contemplative_education_conflict_resolution_and_global_int
[77] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/on_the_move_using_technology_to_teach_the_great_migration
[78] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/under_god_examining_the_historic_change_to_the_pledge
[79] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/phones_on_a_smart_way_to_infuse_technology_into_learning
[80] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/asian_immigration_1880_1940
[81] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/digitized_us_history_wikis_ning_and_google_for_the_classroom
[82] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/developing_purpose_based_learning_in_us_history_focusing_on_civil_rights
[83] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/visual_sources_using_library_of_congress_archives_in_the_classroom
[84] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/dont_forget_me_collaborating_with_special_education_teachers
[85] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/21st_century_skills_more_keys_to_unlocking_social_studies_content
[86] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/the_military_life_of_joshua_bates_a_camp_lewis_soldier
[87] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/history_mysteries_students_become_historians_using_cold_case_crimes
[88] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/supporting_student_literacy_needs_using_assessment_and_research_based_strategies
[89] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/you_say_you_want_a_revolution_imagine_concept_based_history_teaching
[90] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/teaching_with_primary_sources_a_window_into_world_history
[91] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/gayle_thieman_visions_and_experiences_of_an_ncss_president
[92] http://www.socialstudies.org/supervisoryadministrative
[93] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/critical_issues_in_social_studies_assessment
[94] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/iwitness_holocaust_education_for_the_21st_century_learner
[95] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/investigating_united_states_history_just_or_unjust
[96] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/history_with_foldables_and_formative_assessment
[97] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/financial_fables_with_money_morals_a_look_at_an_e_book
[98] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/the_civic_mirror_a_simulation_based_social_studies_program
[99] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/travel_around_the_world_without_leaving_the_classroom
[100] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/transforming_teaching_with_textless_tools
[101] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/using_visual_aids_to_illustrate_key_concepts_in_geography
[102] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/the_collaborative_social_studies_classroom
[103] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/travel_around_the_world_without_leaving_the_classroom_0
[104] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/on_the_road_secrets_to_planning_exceptional_school_trips
[105] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/community_based_research_opening_minds_addressing_societal_issues
[106] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/whos_talking_whats_heard_equitable_discussions_in_inclusive_democratic_classroom
[107] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/ten_tips_activities_and_websites_for_first_year_teachers
[108] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/public_opinion_who_cares_and_why_should_you
[109] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/symphony_for_the_movements_social_conceptions_and_the_digital_age
[110] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/using_digital_windows_to_open_the_world_of_geography
[111] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/from_the_dominican_republic_to_the_usa_facilitating_student_collaboration
[112] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/exploring_the_use_of_realia_to_enhance_student_learning
[113] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/breaking_down_stereotypes_teaching_students_about_diversity_among_american_citiz
[114] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/accessing_social_studies_with_technology_for_the_udl_way
[115] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/journey_from_the_dust
[116] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/beyond_superheroes_and_villains_encouraging_historical_literacy_with_graphic_nov
[117] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/rock_roll_and_rememberusing_music_humor_and_mnemonics
[118] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/islamic_achievements_an_exploration_through_primary_sources
[119] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/stressed_out_trying_to_make_history_fun_come_get_ideas
[120] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/promoting_geographic_literacy_through_english_and_spanish_state_student_atlases
[121] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/geogulary_vocabraphy_interactive_vocabulary_activities_for_geography_and_beyond
[122] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/the_window_project_exploring_global_interdependence_through_art
[123] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/truth_about_totem_poles_windows_to_pacific_northwest_indigenous_cultures
[124] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/21st_century_project_based_learning_in_the_social_studies_classroom
[125] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/historical_dilemmas_andrew_jackson_and_the_debate_over_indian_removal
[126] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/ela_integration_in_the_content_classroom_weve_done_your_homework
[127] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/im_a_future_voter
[128] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/campify_your_classroom_no_marshmallows_required
[129] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/technology_and_the_fourth_amendment
[130] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/putting_the_constitution_into_context
[131] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/dont_waste_it_market_failure_and_deadweight_loss
[132] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/discovering_the_world_using_the_news_to_teach_current_events
[133] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/open_how_to_integrate_current_values_research_into_any_classroom
[134] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/costa_rica_earthwatch_expedition_from_community_to_cup_to_classroom
[135] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/everyone_gets_it_a_model_for_teaching_global_citizenship
[136] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/connecting_psychology_and_scoiology_classes_across_state_lines
[137] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/opening_wider_a_smaller_window_teaching_psychology_in_one_semester
[138] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/capturing_the_digitally_linguistic_modern_student_with_new_multimedia_methods
[139] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/throw_open_the_sash_teaching_tolerance_opens_windows_of_opportunity
[140] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/through_narrow_windows_art_as_a_strategy_for_survival
[141] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/taking_notes_jazz_and_the_american_story
[142] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/great_gatsby_i_got_the_blues
[143] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/going_beyond_promoting_social_justice_through_alternative_texts
[144] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/social_studiessocial_media_a_match_made_in_the_classroom
[145] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/media_literacy_skills_foreign_policy_according_to_kidd_rock
[146] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/incorporating_local_and_regional_history_into_american_history_courses
[147] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/forgotten_americans_puerto_rico_and_the_usvi_in_secondary_education
[148] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/adventures_in_blended_learning_class_outside_of_the_classroom_walls
[149] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/bracketology_101_an_engaging_debate_activity_involving_historical_figures
[150] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/using_docsteach_to_teach_american_indian_history
[151] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/when_canada_said_no_anatomy_of_an_event
[152] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/creating_digital_documentaries_for_the_social_studies_classroom
[153] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/history_alive_making_world_connections
[154] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/the_armageddon_letters_kennedykruschevcastro_in_the_cuban_missile_crisis
[155] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/rick_stevess_iran
[156] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/the_common_core_and_the_social_studies
[157] http://www.socialstudies.org/none0
[158] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/jungleers_in_battle_the_41st_division_of_wwii
[159] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/elementary_and_secondary_social_studies_an_imperative_for_teaching_and_research
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[162] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/jean_fair_memorial_symposium_on_sustainability
[163] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/complicating_911_a_pre_service_teacher_uses_experience_with_elementary_students
[164] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/inuit_political_leadership_in_the_world_today
[165] http://www.socialstudies.org/conference/sessions/education_and_community_building_enhancing_preservice_education_through_cultural
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[167] http://www.socialstudies.org/print/2203?page=2
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[169] http://www.socialstudies.org/annualconference