Why do students need to grapple with complex texts? How can teachers scaffold these texts to help students build background knowledge and vocabulary? Join us as we examine how inquiry-based learning provides a framework for building layers of knowledge and meaning that help students get the most out of their interactions with complex texts. With special guests Jilian Corr (Learning Experience Architect, inquirED) and Jane Patrick (Learning Experience Designer, inquirED). All Times Eastern Join NCSS and inquirED to explore how building background knowledge through social studies improves…

Dave Eggers, best-selling writer, editor, and publisher will join us along with illustrator Shawn Harris to discuss their book What Can a Citizen Do? The book is inspiring young students across the country to participate in the civic life of their communities. We’ll also be joined by teachers who are using the book in their classrooms to help students take informed action in their communities. All Times Eastern Join NCSS and inquirED to explore how building background knowledge through social studies improves literacy outcomes and gives students the deep understanding they need to…

An Information Section Prepared by the Staff of Social EducationThis special section provides resources and teaching tips for addressing the war and helping students deal with unfolding events.128Looking At The Law

Alexa Quinn, James Madison University