Tag Archives: Current Events
The VA Social Studies SOL Revision
Introduction Below you will find links to official documents, news articles, videos, public statements, and other resources designed to help you understand the complex issues surrounding the process of revising the History and Social Science Standards of Learning in Virginia. … Continue reading
Developmentally Appropriate Social Studies
When we met last week, Reid posed an important question about when it is appropriate to teach certain topics to students. After much searching, I found few clear answers to this question. There is, however, some very clear guidance on … Continue reading
Current Events in the Elementary Classroom
https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/opinion-seven-ways-to-bring-current-events-into-the-classroom/2020/01 During class discussion this past Tuesday, we talked about the negative and inaccurate portrayal of American Indians in children’s literature, both in writing and in illustration. It should be noted that Dr. Stohr provided us with an authentic connection … Continue reading