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A Deep Dive into Social Studies Inquiry

Session Time: 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

Presenter: Matt Doran, Columbus City Schools

Target Audience: 6-12 Social Studies Teachers

Description: Inquiry learning is inextricably tied to the disciplines of history and social sciences. In inquiry learning, students solve open-ended questions and problems through high-level questions, research, and investigation. This session will unpack the philosophical and pedagogical implications of inquiry learning in social studies, and examine practical strategies for classroom implementation.

Presentation Link: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/151EVbrIge7JYI1qlVRZnCsSGuVTtnUhEKFPdNJTfJVk/template/preview

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Continuation of 7:30 session.

TCI Engagement: Social Studies Skill Builders and Problem Solving Groupwork

Session Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Presenter: Brian Thomas, TCI

Target Audience: 6-12 Social Studies Teachers

Description: The TCI approach emphasizes interactive and engaging instruction. In this session, participants will learn how to implement TCI's Social Studies Skill Builders and Problem Solving Groupwork. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the TCI approach to social studies instruction and practical strategies they can use to engage and challenge their students.

Session Recordings:
Social Studies Skill Builder: https://youtu.be/wBlUg9iY07s
Problem Solving Groupwork: https://youtu.be/ds7ii88DzRs

TCI Breakout Sessions by Grade Level/Course

Session Time: 12:00 - 1:15 p.m.

Presenter: CCS Social Studies Teachers

Target Audience: 6-12 Social Studies Teachers

Description: This is a collaborative session to share and discuss best practices for TCI implementation at each grade level. Participants will have the opportunity to preview and plan TCI lessons for the upcoming quarter.

Presentation Link: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1rcxdr0inxfD0NT_Joze-ffiINrv6vkj3bjbJI8AQEc8/template/preview

Engaging Students with Critical Thinking and Diamonds

Session Time: 12:00 - 1:15 p.m.

Presenter: Sarah Rhoads, Sherwood Middle School

Target Audience: Middle School Social Studies Teachers

Description: We will be looking at how the Diamond 9 strategy can be used to help middle school students think critically. We will also look at strategies to help students support their thinking with evidence.

Presentation Link: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1NOx-m5j9b9lO49RrXyf3UIkOUhnlmDvny_BzFWuiBDU/edit?usp=sharing

Harkness Discussion as a Model of Inquiry

Session Time: 12:00 - 1:15 p.m.

Presenter: Jennifer La Place, Centennial HS

Target Audience: 6-12 Social Studies Teachers

Description: Harkness discussion is a teaching and learning method involving students seated in a large, oval configuration to discuss ideas in an encouraging, open-minded environment with only occasional or minimal teacher intervention.

Presentation Link: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1avz66uOH1YB9MJBl7Vnh5s6TlWG4wlvS4956qMeqIlM/edit#slide=id.p

Questions are the New Answers

Session Time: On-Demand (40 minutes)

Presenter: Joe Schmidt / Social Studies School Service

Target Audience: 6-12 Social Studies Teachers

Description: Participates will learn how to use questions to drive student learning where the focus is on students asking questions instead of providing answers to your questions.

Session Link: https://vimeo.com/665377915

Introduction to TCI Program

Session Time: On-Demand (40 minutes)

Presenter: Brian Thomas, TCI

Target Audience: Teachers new to the TCI program

Description: This session is for teachers new to the TCI program. There are three videos: 1) Lesson Overview; 2) Teacher Resources; and 3) Student Resources.

Session Link: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgCE6-4phVXBktmDa9Qd_bH-U_blVN7HV

Strategies that Work Well with 9th Graders

Session Time: 1:15 - 2:30 p.m.

Presenter: Leanne Sunderman, Columbus International High School

Target Audience: 6-12 Social Studies Teachers

Description: How we can use social studies to set up freshmen students for success in high school and beyond?

Session Recording: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/10huSocceufyKB9ikPXSu9C8EKHDLgP_Y?usp=sharing

Democratic Engagement

Session Time: 1:15 - 2:30 p.m.

Presenter: Dr. Johnny Merry, Ft. Hayes Arts & Academic HS

Target Audience: 6-12 Social Studies Teachers

Description: How can we support student led inquiry projects built upon student choice and independent research?

Session Presentation: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Obzzlb_63DCKTSrcIBgRdTD3YEWIHwDG3PwKSPj1A84/edit?usp=sharing

Introduction to the Question Formulation Technique for Primary Source Learning

Session Length: On-Demand (70 minutes)

Presenter: Sarah Westbrook, Right Question Institute

Target Audience: 6-12 Social Studies Teachers

Description: This webinar introduces educators to the Question Formulation Technique (QFT), a strategy through which individuals develop their ability to ask, work with, and use their own questions.

Session Links:
Part 1: https://youtu.be/BaOhMFKCDQ4
Part 2: https://youtu.be/M8N801RlSL8

Student-Driven Inquiry: Asking the Right Questions

Session Time: On-Demand (35 minutes)

Presenter: Ben Dempsey, Henderson County High School / Social Studies School Service

Target Audience: 6-12 Social Studies Teachers

Description: How do you know if you asked the right question? Are students raising their hands? Is that same student answering all the time? The Right Question Strategy comes from "The Right Question Institute". We will demonstrate how teachers can teach students how to ask better, more meaningful questions in the classroom.

Session Link: https://vimeo.com/655505036