The Importance of Vocabulary Instruction in Social Studies

How do educators create the ideal mix of content coverage while at the same time training students to think and analyze novel situations?

I have the privilege of working with teachers across the country and I often hear the refrain that too many students are just not reading on level.

More and more often, history teachers are being asked to structure their curricula thematically as opposed to chronologically, in hopes of increasing student engagement and facilitating comparison among multiple perspectives.

“Literacy is a bridge from misery to hope.

Democracy begins in the classroom.

“My least favorite thing about school is world history.

Using discussion boards can be an excellent way to engage students with important  middle and high school social studies content.