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  • Assessment in World History

    Assessment opportunities are embedded throughout World History, helping to take the struggle out of creating assessments.

    • The Human Story: Early People and Ancient Civilizations

      The Human Story: Early People and Ancient Civilizations offers a thematic, inquiry-based approach to teaching World History and Ancient Civilizations in middle school. Centered on universal concepts such as cultural practices, systems of writing, and innovation across early societies.

      • Logging in to inquirED

        Teachers and school leaders can log in to their inquirED account and access their curriculum with these step-by-step instructions, including guidance for users on Clever, ClassLink, Canvas, and Schoology.

        • Literacy Connections

          In this course, participants explore the natural connection between literacy instruction and social studies. They determine ways to support students who are grappling with complex texts and consider how Inquiry Journeys contributes to building students' literacy skills.

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        • Turn and Talk / Shoulder Partners

          Use these strategies to prompt a quick conversation between students who are already seated close together. Because there is no special seating arrangement or protocol required, it is perhaps the most flexible and informal discussion strategy.

          • Think Pair Share

            A Think Pair Share gives every student the opportunity to be heard. Students who have difficulty sharing ideas in large groups have a chance to rehearse with a partner, and those who always want to share are guaranteed the chance...

            • Whip Around / Once Around the Room

              This strategy gives each student a chance to quickly share their idea with the whole class. Use this protocol when responses are likely to be only a few sentences long.

              • Accessing your Curriculum

                Learn how to log in, navigate Inquiry Journeys, and understand the structure of units and lessons so you feel confident from the first click.

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              • Teaching a Lesson

                Access lesson prep tools, step-by-step guidance, and assessments designed to help each lesson run smoothly.

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              • Printing and Materials Access

                Find guidance on printing lesson plans and materials, printing in bulk, and exploring alternatives to printing in your classroom.

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              • The Power of Informed Action in Social Studies

                Discover the power of informed action in transforming social studies classrooms. Learn about its benefits, real-world applications, and how it engages students in meaningful and creative ways. 

                • Concentric Circles

                  Concentric Circles get students talking to different classmates, allowing them to hear from a variety of perspectives in response to a series of prompts. This protocol fosters understanding of different perspectives while promoting students’ speaking and listening skills.

                  • Popcorn Share-Out

                    Popcorns challenge students to share their ideas without talking over each other, which is great practice for real-life discussion skills. Use this strategy when it’s not necessary to hear from every single student in response to a prompt or question.