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Looking to deepen your understanding of what high-quality, inquiry-based social studies looks like in practice? Join inquirED this fall for Exploring Inquiry Journeys, a webinar series designed to support school and district leaders. Each session offers practical insights into our K–5 social studies curriculum and the strategies schools are using to engage students, support teachers, and build consistency across classrooms.

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Why Inquiry-Based Social Studies Matters in K–5 Classrooms

Discover how inquiry-based learning in social studies can transform elementary classrooms. Explore the benefits of student-centered instruction and get practical strategies in our free Inquiry in Social Studies Guide.

The Next Chapter of Social Studies

Across the country, educators are rethinking what social studies can look like. Join the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) and inquirED for this three-part webinar series to explore how big ideas become daily instruction.

Inquiry vs. Knowledge Building: Dismantling the False Dichotomy

Do educators have to choose between inquiry and knowledge-building? We were joined by Shanti Elangovan (CEO and Founder, inquirED) and Elisabeth Ventling Simon (Chief Academic Officer and Co-Founder, inquirED) to explore a brain-based learning model that integrates deep knowledge-building and high-quality, structured inquiry.

The Power of High-Quality Instructional Materials

Research shows that high-quality instructional materials can significantly improve outcomes for students. What can the social studies community learn from other subject areas that have prioritized these materials? We were joined on our webinar by Shanti Elangovan (CEO & Founder, inquirED) as she interviewed Larry Berger (Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Amplify Education). Read the summary of their conversation below.

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Acquire, Connect, Transfer: A Framework for Deeper Knowledge Building

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Critical Connections: Experience, Emotion, and Knowledge Building

How do the emotional responses students experience affect their depth of knowledge and learning? What is the relationship between experience and knowledge building? We were joined on our webinar by educational psychologist Dr. Mary Helen Immordino-Yang and a special group of teachers from Flemington Raritan School District to explore the critical connections between emotions, experiences, and learning.

Schema Building and Knowledge Transfer

What strategies can be used to build robust knowledge networks in young learners? How do schemas contribute to long-term comprehension and retention? In our most recent webinar, we were joined by Harvard researcher Mary A. Burkhauser for a deep dive into the science of knowledge building through schemas and how they impact student learning across subject areas.

A Brain-Based User’s Guide for Educators

We were joined by renowned cognitive psychologist and author Daniel T. Willingham to explore how integrating cognitive psychology principles with educational practices can transform the way knowledge is built in our classrooms and schools.

Inquiry vs. Knowledge Building: Dismantling the False Dichotomy

Do educators have to choose between inquiry and knowledge-building? We were joined by Shanti Elangovan (CEO and Founder, inquirED) and Elisabeth Ventling Simon (Chief Academic Officer and Co-Founder, inquirED) to explore a brain-based learning model that integrates deep knowledge-building and high-quality, structured inquiry.

Tools for Identifying High-Quality Social Studies Instruction

What does high-quality K–8 social studies instruction actually look like in the classroom? We were joined on our webinar by Elisabeth Ventling Simon (Chief Academic Officer and Co-Founder, inquirED) and Sarah Milo Hoskow (Head of Partner Experience, inquirED) to examine inquiry-teaching practices and classroom tools for district leaders, coaches, and teachers to help them identify and explore the components of high-quality social studies instruction.

Theory to Practice: Implementing High-Quality Instruction

Our webinar explored how districts, instructional leaders, and curriculum providers collaborate to support K-8 teachers in implementing educational resources effectively. Explore key takeaways on curriculum coherence, strategic implementation, continuous support, and longevity in this insightful webinar recording by inquirED and NCSS.

The Power of High-Quality Instructional Materials

Research shows that high-quality instructional materials can significantly improve outcomes for students. What can the social studies community learn from other subject areas that have prioritized these materials? We were joined on our webinar by Shanti Elangovan (CEO & Founder, inquirED) as she interviewed Larry Berger (Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Amplify Education). Read the summary of their conversation below.

The State of K-8 Social Studies

What policies at the state, district, and school levels support teachers in K-8 social studies instruction? How does this affect student outcomes? NCSS and inquirED were joined by special guests Julia H. Kaufman (RAND), Melissa Kay Diliberti (RAND), and Elisabeth Ventling Simon (inquirED) to examine the state of K-8 social studies across the country and explore how current policies impact teaching practices and student learning.

Civic Engagement: What Can a Citizen Do? Interview with Dave Eggers and Shawn Harris

Dave Eggers and illustrator Shawn Harris joined us to discuss their book– What Can a Citizen Do? – which encourages civic engagement in young students in small ways that make a difference.

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