Examining the content and context of works of music in the social studies classroom not only engages students in historical thinking but also teaches them to be active listeners.

Three key discussion options offer social studies teachers a choice of approaches for navigating controversial issues in the classroom.

The authors examine whether schools should be helping students determine political affiliation, and spotlight the case of one high school where a legislative simulation requires students to do exactly that.

Teachers can successfully integrate student-centered, disciplined inquiry, and technology into their classroom using the three-part approach to monitoring instruction described in this article.

A close study of community cookbooks illustrates economic, cultural, and technological trends over time, such as shifts in food production, preparation, and consumption.

Prepared by the Staff of Social EducationLeading NCSS members reveal the effects of No Child Left Behind on their schools and their classroom teaching.296

Christopher R. Leahey By analyzing print and broadcast media coverage, students can develop their own knowledge and opinions on controversial events.285

Round-the-clock news coverage of candidates each election season increases student interest in politics and offers an ideal environment for carrying out the inquiry-based activities on the powers and limitations of the presidency.