Teaching US History with Facing History
October 28, 2025 | 9:00 am to 3:00 pm EDT
Boston, MA
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About this event:
Multi-Session
Our multi-session professional learning series are designed for in-depth exploration of themes and topics that help educators strengthen their skills and competencies. Session information is included in the event details.
Instructor-Led
This professional learning event will be led by Facing History staff. When you register, you will receive instructions for how to attend the event.
This event qualifies for Certificate of Completion.
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Participants will leave with:
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A deeper understanding of Facing History’s approach to teaching US History through hands-on activities and exploration of voices not often included in textbooks
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New strategies and pedagogy that promote democratic learning environments that allow students to grapple with complex histories and choices
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Recommendations for tools and primary sources that could be used in US History courses
Facing History and Ourselves’ approach emphasizes students’ capacity for civic agency and develops the historical inquiry skills students need to generate more nuanced understandings of US History. During this interactive workshop, we will share C3-style inquiries and units from our US History Curriculum Collection and specifically explore the Japanese American Incarceration in WWII inquiry in depth. Throughout, we will focus on the theme of Democracy and Freedom and model teaching strategies that can be used in middle and high school classrooms.
Certificate of Completion
Facing History and Ourselves New England is a Professional Development Point provider. Our content areas are History/Social Science, English Language Arts/Literacy, Safe & Supportive Learning Environments. Any combination of 10 hours of programming can be used to satisfy the Massachusetts Department of Education requirements. Contact your school administrator or school district for additional information or requirements.
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