The C3 Framework shifts the conversation away from tests and towards assessments that allow students to show how well they understood what they have learned.

Like the NCSS national standards, which outline content and concepts for teachers and curriculum developers, the C3 Framework delineates pedagogical approaches and guides states in upgrading their social studies standards.

The Common Core State Standards has opened up an opportunity for educators to re-frame literacy instruction in the social studies.

Teaching through an inquiry approach demands scaffolding and the skilled use of questions that enables even young children to examine issues of substance and interest.

The C3 Framework is the culmination of an unprecedented collaboration between professional organizations representing the different social studies disciplines.

This list of favorite social studies websites for teachers highlights sites with quality lesson plans, resources, and professional development tools.

Skilled teachers confront students' assumptions about history and then strategically counter those notions to underscore the complexity of the past.

An innovative program for schools that promotes respect and understanding between major religions enables students to engage with peers around the world via videoconferencing.

This term, the Supreme Court has already considered hot button issues such as campaign finance and affirmative action, and will soon hear cases dealing with international child kidnappings, the Fair Housing Act, and the First Amendment and reproductive rights.