Transforming the Way We Learn History!

Middle and High school history-social science teachers began the first of a five part transformational series called “Identity and Agency in U.S. History,” in a partnership between SDUSD and Facing History and Ourselves. Through this extensive training, teachers are applying innovative strategies to help students discover the American identity and how they fit into it, while engaging in exploration of topics related to United States History. The resources and strategies provided in this training will enable students to engage in inquiry through examining a variety of primary and secondary sources and perspectives. Students will apply claims, evidence and reasoning through a variety of engaging activities that include collaborative discussions, close reading, and many opportunities to move around and engage with one another. The uniqueness of this program is the way it prepares students for college, career, and civic life by providing students with relevant content, literacy, and examples of agency throughout U.S. History.