NCSS Professional Learning

The National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) offers a robust suite of professional learning opportunities for social studies educators, with a current thematic focus on 'America at 250: Promises, Paradoxes, and the Present.' As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, NCSS is inviting educators to explore how pivotal events from the founding to the present can be taught in ways that engage students in critical thinking, civic responsibility, and historical understanding. NCSS professional learning encompasses webinars, virtual conferences, institutes, and in-person events designed to support social studies teachers across all grade levels. The organisation's Summer Virtual Conference, themed 'From Revolution to Resilience: Exploring America's Past, Present, and Future,' invites participants to celebrate 250 years of resilience while examining the complexities and contradictions of American history. Additional offerings include the Teaching with Primary Sources (TPS) Methods Academy Institute, designed for methods professors, doctoral students, and classroom teachers. As the largest professional association devoted solely to social studies education, NCSS provides a trusted platform for educators seeking high-quality, standards-aligned professional learning that connects historical inquiry to contemporary civic life. These resources are particularly valuable for teachers looking to bring depth, nuance, and student-centred inquiry to their instruction during this significant national milestone.