NCDPI K-12 Social Studies On-Demand Professional Learning Sessions

Implementation of the K-12 Social Studies Standards began in August 2021. To support districts, schools, and teachers, the NCDPI Social Studies team released four on-demand professional learning sessions during the 2021-2022 school year.  The following is a description of each session and a link to access it:

• The first on-demand professional learning session is on Using the Unpacking Documents. This recorded PD will allow social studies educators, curriculum leaders, and administrators to gain a better understanding of how to use the Social Studies Unpacking Documents as a tool to plan for, teach, and assess the Social Studies Standards.  
  • Webinar Recording: Using the Unpacking Documents 
    •  Password: Socialstudies!1 (case sensitive)

• The second on-demand professional learning session is on Using the Social Studies Strand Maps. This recorded PD will help you better understand the purpose for, the structure of, and some meaningful ways to use the Strand Maps. Those participating in this training module will gain a better understanding of how to use the Strand Maps as a tool to teach and assess the Social Studies standards. This module will focus on some of the most meaningful uses for the classroom teacher and the curriculum leader.  
  • Webinar Recording: Using the Social Studies Strand Maps
    • Password: Socialstudies!1 (case sensitive)
      
      
• The third on-demand professional learning session is an Introduction to Revised Bloom's Taxonomy (RBT). This recorded PD will help you better understand the purpose of RBT, the difference between the Original Bloom's Taxonomy and the revised versions, how the RBT verbs were used in writing the Social Studies Standards, and the importance of using the RBT verbs to make instructional decisions. 
  • Webinar Recording: Introduction to Revised Bloom's Taxonomy (RBT)
    • Password: Socialstudies!1 (case sensitive)
      

• The fourth on-demand professional learning session is on Integrating Inquiry and the Skills Indicators into your Classroom Instruction. This recorded PD will help you better understand what Inquiry is and the purpose of the Inquiry Indicators in the Social Studies Standards.  Those participating in this training module will gain a better understanding of how to integrate the NC Inquiry Indicators into instruction effectively.
  • Webinar Recording: Integrating Inquiry and the Skills Indicators into your Classroom Instruction
    • Password: Socialstudies!1 (case sensitive)

Resources

• Use this link to access social studies related information that may be useful throughout the school year
• Use this new link to access these recorded sessions and other  K-12 Social Studies Professional Learning Resources and Tools

Economics and Personal Finance Legislation and NCCEE Summer Institutes

According to House Bill 924/Senate Law 2019-82, Economics and Personal Finance (EPF) teachers and prospective Economics and Personal Finance (EPF) teachers are required to receive professional development provided by the North Carolina Council on Economic Education (NCCEE). The legislation also says, "when practicable, teachers shall complete the EPF professional development course prior to teaching the EPF course in public schools. If necessary, teachers may begin teaching the EPF course in public schools while awaiting the next possible opportunity to complete a session of the EPF professional development course". 

To learn more about the EPF legislation, House Bill 924/Senate Law 2019-82, please
view this informational slideshow.

NC Council on Economic Education: Summer Institutes

Registration for the required Economics and Personal Finance professional development from  NC Council on Economic Education (NCCEE) is now available for high school teachers who either teach or will be teaching the EPF course. For a preview of the session dates, whether in person or virtual, please visit www.nccee.org/events.

40 hours of professional development for high school teachers of the Economics and Personal Finance course

• $500 Stipend for first-time attendees
• Lodging may be covered for some
• Breakfast and lunch daily
• Access to thousands of lesson plans, games, simulations and more.
• It may be possible for teachers who previously attended virtually to attend a second time in person. However, a second stipend will NOT be available.

Spaces are filling quickly! 
For details contact Sandy Wheat or Stephanie Cales.

The UNC World View Fellows 2022-2023 Program for K-12 and Early/Middle College Educators: The Sustainable Development Goals for a Better World

Application Deadline: June 17, 2022

The Sustainable Development Goals are the blueprint to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all. They address the global challenges we face, including poverty, inequality, climate change, environmental degradation, peace and justice.  

- United Nations

The 2022-2023 UNC World View Fellows Program: The Sustainable Development Goals for a Better World is a comprehensive professional learning program for up to 15 North Carolina K-12 and early/middle college educators. Teachers of all disciplines are encouraged to apply. Through in-person and virtual programming, curriculum support, independent research and peer engagement, Fellows will develop two comprehensive lesson plans that engage K-12 and early/middle college students in learning about the Sustainable Development Goals.

Program Benefits

• Become part of a small community of supportive and creative educators committed to integrating global issues into instruction.
• Earn up to 5.0 CEUS or 50 hours of professional learning.
• Receive program-related professional development and resources, including two one-day in-person programs (August 1 and October 13), and four webinars to be held in August, September, and December.
• Engage in curriculum development support.
• Publish two inspiring lessons to engage learners with the Global Goals.
• Receive a stipend of $750.

For more information or to apply please visit: https://go.unc.edu/WorldViewFellows.

The 2022-23 Fellows Program is funded by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, the UNC Office of the Vice Provost for Global Affairs and the UNC Office of the Provost. 

Amplifying Native Voices in North Carolina History

August 8-12, 2022
Pembroke, North Carolina

The Amplifying Native Voices in North Carolina History Summer Teacher Institute goals are to advance public education by creating new educational opportunities and building the capacity of schools to elevate Native American voices, experiences, cultures, and contributions in teaching about the past and present of our state and nation. 

This three-and-a-half-day institute will take place in Pembroke, North Carolina, from Monday, August 8 to Thursday August 12. It will include sessions where teachers will engage with content, as well as participate in teaching methods-based workshops and discussion sessions.

The content of the curriculum shared at this Institute will focus on Native experiences in the Carolinas between 1491-1830,  which is a time period for which North Carolina teachers have expressed interest in covering in their classrooms. Teachers will walk away with tools to effectively incorporate Indigenous voices, traditional knowledge, and culture/history into their classrooms. The institute will emphasize the use of primary sources including archaeological collections as well as digital humanities materials that can be incorporated into online learning.

Teacher registration includes hotel accommodations in a single-occupancy room for three nights. Daily meals will be provided. The stipend for each participant will be $400. Teachers will be provided with a certificate for completing the institute that may be submitted for continuing education credit in the individual school districts.

APPLY TODAY

Federal Reserve Education Institute Webinar

Thursday, June 23 - Friday, June 24
11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Audience: Middle and High School Educators

What is considered full employment and how is it measured? How are prices measured and why does price stability matter? Join education specialists from across the Federal Reserve System for demonstrations of materials you can use in your in-person or virtual classroom to teach about employment and price stability.

You will:

• Enjoy personalized instruction from economic education specialists with classroom teaching experience
• Access NEW infographics and activities to teach about employment and price stability
• Participate in demonstrations of active lessons that teach both price stability and full employment
• Learn about Fed resources and museum tours available across the country
• Get a guided tour of Econ Lowdown learning modules, video, audio, and readings with Q&As
• Learn how to earn a Monetary Policy Badge
• Get a certificate of attendance and up to 8 hours of CPDU credit

Questions? Contact: research.event.services@stls.frb.org.

Deadline for Registration: June 17, 2022

REGISTER

2022 Teacher as Hero Awards

State Farm and the National Liberty Museum have partnered to sponsor the Teacher As Hero Awards and teacher development courses focusing on conflict resolution, diversity, heroism, and civic engagement.  Every year, teachers are honored for exhibiting exceptional service, creativity, and perseverance in fostering an engaging and inclusive classroom environment.

The nomination process is open through June 30^th.

Ten (10) teachers will be selected among three categories:

1. Exceptional Teacher Award (8 winners, including 1 Grand Prize Winner); 
2. Caring Classroom Award (1 winner); and
3. Good Neighbor Award (1 winner). 

To learn more about each category, visit Teacher as Heroes Awards - The National Liberty Museum.

Access the Nomination Application

Gilder Lehrman: Ham4Progress Award for Educational Advancement

The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History is proud to partner with Hamilton on the Ham4Progress Award for Educational Advancement. The award supports college-bound high school juniors from communities that directly experience the consequences of social injustice and/or discrimination.

This award will provide up to ten students $3,500 each for educational purposes in 2022. The $3,500 award must be used toward educational purposes.

Eligibility

The award is open to college-bound students currently enrolled in grade 11 in the 50 United States and District of Columbia. Students will be subject to the following eligibility requirements:

• Be a member of a community that directly experiences the consequences of social injustice and/or discrimination
• Be a college-bound high school junior
• Have a minimum GPA of 3.2 on a 4.0 scale
• Be enrolled in a school that is registered as a Gilder Lehrman Affiliate School in the 50 United States and the District of Columbia

Application Information

Applications are now being accepted!  The deadline to submit an application is June 15, 2022. Applications will be reviewed by a selection committee using the criteria outlined in the Award Rubric in the Official Rules. Students should review the Official Rules for the award before applying.

APPLY NOW

If you have any questions, please email hamilton@gilderlehrman.org

The Global Educator Digital Badge

The NCDPI Global Educator Digital Badge (GEDB)  provides an opportunity for educators to focus their professional development on developing their own global context and understanding of how to integrate global education throughout curricula. It also provides the opportunity to build global competency in students. The State Board of Education approved North Carolina Global Educator Digital Badge (GEDB) is available for the following educator categories: 

• Teacher 
• Teacher Leadership Specialist 
• Library Media Coordinator 
• Instructional Technology Facilitator 
• School Counselor 
• Career Development Coordinator 
• School Social Worker, School Psychologist 
• Speech-Language Pathologist 
• Instructional Central Office Staff 
• Principal/Assistant Principal, Superintendent 

In this short video,  educators, who have earned the NCDPI Global Educator Digital Badge (GEDB), shared their thoughts on the benefits of getting the badge and how it has impacted their teaching.  The words of wisdom from the GEDB recipients may help you to make a decision about applying for the badge. For more information on the Badge (SBE Policy, FAQs, Process Flyer, Implementation Guide, MOA), please visit our website or email NCGlobalEducation@dpi.nc.gov.