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Join us at the NCHE Conference

Inquiry and Literacy in the Social Studies Classroom

Session Description

Promoting inquiry and improving literacy without sacrificing content seems like an impossible task. Document Based Questions (DBQs) makes it all very possible! For two decades, The DBQ Project has helped students of all ability levels and ages to think critically with inquiry based units that mirror the type of evidence-based writing and synthesis required in the SAT and AP exams. Led by DBQ Project team members, this lively one-day workshop will provide instructional strategies and intensive modeling on historical thinking skills, argumentative writing, and how to scaffold DBQs for students with various abilities. Special emphasis will be dedicated to the Kentucky Document Collections, a fantastic resource for digital primary sources collected by the Kentucky Historical Society. By the program's end, you'll be well-prepared to craft dynamic, inquiry-driven classrooms.

Additional Details

Cost - $25

Includes lunch, lesson sample, and a chance to pilot DBQ Project's award winning platform DBQ Online.

July 23, 2024, 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Kentucky Historical Society
100 W. Broadway, Frankfort, KY 40601

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Have Questions? Contact Us!

Imali Kent: Regional Director of Professional Development and Partnerships

imali@dbqproject.com

Imali grew up in Livonia, Michigan. After graduating from Eastern Michigan University, she spent the next 8 years teaching 5th grade in Pasco County and Lake County, FL. In Lake County, Imali also served as a DBQ coach helping new teachers implement the DBQ process in their classrooms. In 2013, Imali was named Lake County Social Studies Teacher of the Year and received The Excellence in Teaching History Award by The Florida Council of Social Studies. Imali joined The DBQ Project in 2015.