National Council for the Social Studies

IDM Summer Institute July 23-24
Sponsored by NCSS and C3 Teachers, the IDM Summer Institute features hands-on opportunities for teachers to develop inquiry materials and invigorate their classrooms through inquiry teaching and learning.
Social Education Issue May/June 2018
and…Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People. Available now for members.
NCSS CAEP SPA Report Preparer Training
For faculty or program coordinators charged with preparing NCSS/CAEP SPA Reports for national recognition and program approval.
Make Social Studies Come Alive with Inquiry & STEM!
Incorporate the history of technology, and its social context, in your classroom!

Upcoming NCSS & Affiliated Council Events

Jul 23

2018 IDM Summer Institute

Washington, District of Columbia
Jul 25

NCSS CAEP SPA Report Preparer Training
Jul 30

Massachusetts Council for the Social Studies Summer Content Institute
Aug 07

A Hands-On Workshop Investigating the Greek Trireme and Its Impact on Democracy and Empire

Hoboken, New Jersey
Sep 09

Socrates and the Battle for the Soul of America: An Online Institute for Social Studies Teachers

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Executive Director's Message

Getting Social is the blog of NCSS Executive Director Larry Paska

Headed for the Future

The Civic Life of Social Studies

Changing the World

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