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Chanda Robinson is a social studies educator with over 20 years of experience who has sought to empower teachers and students through historical, geographic, civic and economical thinking. She is currently developing social studies curriculum documents that focus on the Inquiry Design Model and Understanding by Design. Why is social studies so important? "Through social studies, we not only allow for students to learn the content of history, economics, political science, geography, etc., but we explore and explicitly teach the skills necessary for students to read, write, speak, listen and view in each of the aforementioned disciplines. " (Read More)
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Executive Director's Message
Dr. Lawrence Paska reflects on his takeaways from the NCSS Summer Leadership Institute and the lessons we can learn from history about collective leadership.
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NCSS Summer Leadership Institute a Success
Last week, 24 educators joined NCSS in Colonial Williamsburg to explore their professional leadership roles through the perspectives of our colonial leaders. (Read More)
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Is Baseball Essential?
Going out to a ball game this summer? Take a look at this lesson plan from the Social Education archives (March/April 2014) that examines the necessity of baseball in America during World War I through primary documents. (Read More)
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Puerto Rico: 101 Years Later
On July 25, 1898, during the Spanish–American War, the U.S. invaded Puerto Rico. Puerto Ricans became US citizens in 1917. 101 years later, the debate over Puerto Rico's political status continues. Check out these resources to teach about Puerto Rico's remarkable history.
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New Jersey: Summer Workshop Opportunity
Investigate the history of technology and its impact on society, culture, politics and economics. This hands-on workshop focuses on the Greek trireme and its impact on democracy and empire.
August 7, 2018, Hoboken, NJ (Register)
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NCSS Professional Learning
Institutes, Webinars, and Events
Webinar | July 25, 2018
NCSS/CAEP SPA Report Preparer Training
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Institute | July 30 - August 3, 2018
Massachusetts Council for the Social Studies Summer Content Institute
Boston, MA
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Institute | August 7, 2018
Investigating the Greek Trireme and Its Impact on Democracy & Empire
Hoboken, NJ
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Webinar | September 9 - October 21, 2018
Socrates and the Battle for the Soul of America: An Online Institute
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Sign-up for more events!
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NCSS Affiliated Councils
Conferences and Events
South Carolina Council for the Social Studies Conference
North Charleston, SC
Register | September 20 - 22, 2018
Iowa Council for the Social Studies Conference
Altoona, IA
Register | October 1, 2018
Texas Council for the Social Studies Conference
Houston, TX
Register | October 12-14, 2018
Louisiana Council for the Social Studies Conference
New Orleans, LA
Register | October 21-23, 2018
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