eSchool News

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Savvas Learning Company , a next-generation learning solutions provider for K-12 education, today announced the release of its new print and digital high school history series, US History Interactive ©2022 and World History Interactive ©2022 , that promotes a deeper investigation of the past and connects history to the present.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Poptential , a family of award-winning social studies course packages that infuse lessons with digital storytelling, offers an array of engaging content to illustrate the culture, traditions, and history of Native Americans for National American Indian Heritage Month. INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. Click to tweet. About Certell, Inc.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

Consequently, the use of discovery—a loaded term if there ever was one—in older history texts is one of the most common examples of how bias can creep into social studies classrooms and can inform (or warp) our worldview. EdSurge: Is it possible to teach politics and history as a centrist? History is very complex.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

As a writer, my Indigenous culture shows up in my poetry. When I was a student, I struggled to see my people represented in curricula, so when I design Spanish and social studies classes, I work to decolonize my lessons and reclaim Indigenous history.

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eSchool News

MARCH 4, 2024

While primarily a geography resource, interactive maps can be used across various subjects within the social studies domain. Teachers can integrate maps into lessons related to history, cultural studies, and geopolitics. This is helpful in demonstrating how historical research is connected to current events.

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eSchool News

MARCH 7, 2023

Poptential , an award-winning family of free social studies course packages, offers instructors a variety of content to help students learn about the national debt using pop culture media to engage students. Course packages in American History, World History, U.S. INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. Click to tweet. About Certell, Inc.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Poptential , an award-winning family of free social studies course packages, has expanded and enhanced its Bell Ringer content with the goal of providing a bell ringer for every day of the school year. Course packages in American History, World History, U.S. INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. Click to tweet. the nonprofit behind Poptential.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 27, 2021

Research shows that only 8 to 9 percent of class time, equivalent to 1-2 lessons, is currently dedicated to Black history. Juneteenth being established as a federal holiday is an opportunity for educators to make a shift and expand upon the history, cultures, and experiences discussed in the classroom.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 24, 2023

If you’re a history buff, you may already know that Cleopatra had a substantial amount of rizz. History teacher Lauren Cella's "Gen Z Teaches History" series has earned about 30 million views on Instagram and TikTok combined. And I always say, ‘History is interesting.’ I think other people make it boring.

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eSchool News

MARCH 31, 2022

These latest archives from Gale promote open dialogue and teach critical thinking skills that inspire change and cross-cultural awareness. “No We are actively working on several projects that will provide a greater representation of the history of minority groups like these.”. Our work to bring these stories to life is ongoing at Gale.

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eSchool News

APRIL 11, 2023

As Tax Day approaches, Poptential , a family of free social studies course packages, offers instructors media-rich content to teach key concepts about taxation in the United States. The day provides a great opportunity for teachers to discuss the history of taxation in the United States, and to show students how taxes impact buying power.”

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Resources for learning and teaching the fullness of Black history all year round. Humanizing pre-colonial history catapulted a spiritual reckoning and unlocked a familiar wholeness for me. From studying African and Black American history, I developed what Joyce E. My desire to know exploded.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

Social studies educators have the unique challenge of teaching subject matter that is constantly shifting. Just as culture, society and history are dynamic, so too is the corresponding curriculum.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 8, 2021

Years ago, before I became an educator, I took a contemporary Native American studies course as one of my first college classes. In order to truly address trauma, we must also consider both the cultural experiences and socioeconomic inequities that impact our students.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

This article is part of our upcoming guide, Social Studies: It's Time to ReInvest. In the downtown Los Angeles neighborhood of Echo Park that I grew up in, there were no murals of Filipino American history or dynamic swing sets anchored to poured-in-place rubber child safe surfaces. To us, our task was clear.

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eSchool News

MARCH 21, 2024

New York City, NY – In the Footsteps of History, an adventure-based educational platform is proud to announce the release of its newest immersive learning game, In the Footsteps of Matthew Henson , which was made in partnership with 3D experts, Ultisim.

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eSchool News

MAY 6, 2022

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — (May 6, 2022) — Poptential , a family of free social studies course packages that pair pop culture media with engaging digital storytelling, provides teachers and students media-rich lessons on the American Revolution and Declaration of Independence, celebrated July 4. Click to tweet. the maker of Poptential.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Contest winners get to participate in behind-the-scenes experiences at iconic American historical and cultural sites as part of America’s Field Trip. a couple of years ago who said he used children’s books to study? iCivics takes a topic that can be sort of sedate and makes it engaging and interesting.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

With speeches, music and drumming, they mourned the long history of American slavery and racism that began on Virginia’s shores, but also celebrated the myriad cultural contributions African Americans have made to the nation. “It Woodson, whom members of the association cite as a pioneer in the field of African American history.

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Catlin Tucker

JUNE 16, 2024

What activities can I use to help my grade students understand the cultural/historical context of ? Please provide some ideas for offering my grade students choices in how they demonstrate their understanding of. How can I integrate technology to enhance my grade students’ learning about ?

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eSchool News

JANUARY 19, 2023

. — Poptential , a family of free, award-winning social studies course packages that infuse lessons with digital storytelling, offers an array of engaging content about the Civil Rights Movement for instruction during Black History Month. history and society. history and society. Click to tweet. About Certell, Inc.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Students could discuss topics like the importance of friendship or how birthdays are celebrated differently in various cultures. Studying a Historical Figure See: The teacher presents a portrait or image of a historical figure. Think: Students discuss the mood, themes, or messages they interpret from the artwork or musical piece.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 27, 2020

Before I get into how edtech enhances social studies lessons, let’s ask a foundational question: What the heck is Social Studies ? According to Brookings , roughly nine percent of educators consider themselves social studies teachers. Here are five ways edtech can kick up your social studies program: Simulations and games.

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Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 22, 2023

Learning About Historical Figures: When studying historical figures, the teacher could ask students to reflect on what they initially thought about a person and how their understanding changed as they learned more. This encourages cultural sensitivity and open-mindedness. This promotes critical thinking and historical empathy.

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eSchool News

MARCH 17, 2023

The study found that, despite the widespread perception that American society wants K-12 schools to prepare students for college, college is not as important to parents as it used to be. Instead, the study reported, today’s parents would like to see their children develop practical skills “for both life and career” (p.

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eSchool News

JUNE 14, 2024

It can also act as a study companion, generating practice questions, summarizing key points from e-textbooks and webpages, and much more. Augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) Using VR and AR in the classroom offers numerous educational benefits across various subjects such as math, science, and history. Plus, students LOVE AR/VR!

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eSchool News

MARCH 18, 2024

As math educators, we can help those students by finding ways to relate their classroom learning to more recognizable cultural frames of reference that are authentic to the range of experiences in the room. Teachers can help students see how math animates science, history, music, social studies, art, and sports.

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eSchool News

MARCH 6, 2025

This is a significant gap in AIs ability to support language learners and culturally diverse classrooms. Understanding context in texts and conversations AI can summarize a passage or analyze a text, but it often misses the deeper meaning, tone, and cultural nuance, especially in literature and history.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Poptential , a family of free social studies course packages, explores the historical significance of global trade in its World History curriculum, equipping high school educators with media-rich content to help students gain a deeper understanding of the importance of free trade. the nonprofit behind Poptential. About Certell, Inc.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 15, 2021

EDSITEment offers free resources for teachers, students, and parents searching for high-quality K-12 humanities education materials in the subject areas of history and social studies, literature and language arts, foreign languages, arts, and culture.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Social studies and history classes weren't just academic discourse, they were social and emotional experiences. Like many people who learned new skills during the pandemic, I immersed myself in Black history, pedagogy, and education reform. I first acknowledged it subconsciously in my middle school years.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 8, 2021

Lately, I’ve concentrated on social studies. I chatted with my PLN, browsed forums where I knew efriends hung out, and taught a slew of online grad school classes to teachers who always are willing the discuss their newest favorite social studies tech tool. That means it’s easy to apply to your social studies class.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 2, 2024

For example, while studying engineering principles, teachers can incorporate art by challenging students to design aesthetically-pleasing yet functional structures, blending engineering and design thinking. Cross-disciplinary connections can help students see STEM from new perspectives and understand its relevance.

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Edsurge

APRIL 15, 2024

While the concept of HQIM has been established and embraced in other core academic disciplines, applying this concept to social studies has been more complex. Unlike content standards for math or science, where there is more uniformity across states, social studies standards can vary significantly from one state to another.

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k12 Digest

APRIL 26, 2025

And in September 2024, history took a bold turn as Kiski welcomed young women into its ranks and opened a new chapter in its storied legacy. With a rich history, an eye on the future, and a commitment to academic and athletic achievement, Kiski continues to redefine what it means to be a boarding school in the 21st century.

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Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 15, 2023

Geography and Culture Connect: After studying a foreign country, ask students to find similarities between their own community and the one they studied. Extend: Encourage discussion on how this theme might be relevant in different cultural or historical contexts.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 18, 2022

With inflation reaching a 40-year high and talk of a looming recession, high school students are coming of age during one of the most challenging economies in recent history. Poptential course packages in American History, World History, U.S. INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. About Certell, Inc.

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