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Why “Both Sides” of a Story Aren’t Enough
Students are capable of processing complex narratives; we just need to give them the tools.
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Understanding the 1965 Selma to Montgomery March and Making Connections to Today
Opposition to equality is, unfortunately, not new to the history of the United States. Recognizing the relevance of history to today’s justice and civil rights movements is crucial for understanding and countering current pushbacks against democratic values. Analyzing the opposition to the Civil Rights Movement can help us to understand the exceptional strength of the ordinary people who were part of the movement. And recognizing that racism wore both institutional and individual faces can help us to understand the importance of the movement’s achievements and the work that remains.
- Hostile Opposition to the Civil Rights Movement
- Selma: From the Bridge to the Ballot
- History and the Power of Place
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Teaching Hard History Podcast Season 4: The Jim Crow Era
Season 4: The Jim Crow Era Season 4 examines the century between the Civil War and the modern civil rights movement to understand how systemic racism and slavery persisted and evolved after emancipation—and how Black
June 17, 2025
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Responding to Anti-Asian Violence and Georgia Shootings
After a shooting spree in Georgia took the lives of eight people—including six Asian American women—it’s important to pause, check in and prioritize care.
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Paving the Way to a Vibrant Multiracial Democracy
Civics education that tells an honest story about race in our nation is essential for a strong, inclusive democracy.
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Imagining Equity Literacy
Equity literacy moves us beyond cultural competency, allowing educators to create and sustain equitable and just learning environments for all families and students.
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Advice From the Experts
Q: Some of my world history students have taken to drawing Confederate battle flags on their homework assignments. What should I do?
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Anti-Racist Work in Schools: Are You in it for the Long Haul?
In the wake of Black Lives Matter protests, educators and schools across the nation are planning anti-racist work. How will you ensure your school isn’t just going through the motions?