The release of the 1940 census can be used as a jumping off point into the study of personal, community, or state history in the post-Depression period.

Studying the economic choices of the Roman Empire prior to its collapse can highlight for students the relationship between government failure and economic failure.

A deeper understanding of the writing process gives students greater insight into the ways in which history is shaped by the historians who write it.

Does the College Board's AP program deserve its reputation as the gold standard for preparing high school students for college success?

Students learn how to address community issues and the role of governments when they partner with classes from other countries through an online civic education problem-solving model.

Two major themes outlined in this article can help teachers determine how best to approach 10,000 years of world history in the classroom.

—Mary Anne Flournoy with Andre J. PattersonHere are some useful resources for teaching about contemporary women and girls.54

Andrew J. Milson, Teresa D. Lloyd, L. Karen Estes, and Connie MayfieldHistory becomes more meaningful to students when they study events from their own towns. The authors describe a variety of technology applications that can advance such research. 145

Stacie Nicole SmithClassroom role-plays help students enhance negotiation skills, a neglected but vital ability for resolving controversy and conflict. 198