Durham Public Schools PL

Presenters: Charlene Martin-Klein | charlene_martinklein@dpsnc.net | K-12 Social Studies Curriculum Specialist
Location: Riverside High School Room B225
Description: Want to bring more student voice, curiosity, and engagement into your social studies classroom? This hands-on session introduces K–12 teachers to the foundations of inquiry-based learning in social studies using the C3 Framework. You’ll explore the structure of full inquiries, mini-inquiries, and elementary-friendly approaches using picture books and compelling questions. Walk away with ready-to-use strategies and resources for sparking student thinking without overhauling your entire curriculum. Perfect for teachers new to inquiry.
Subject Area(s): Social Studies
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction, Reading, Writing, Thinking, Speaking, Listening
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Coaches, Teachers