Wednesday, January 29, 2014

Help Alabama Student's Master the World

Apply to join an exclusive team of educators that will unpack the Social Studies Course of Study.
The Alabama Department of Education and the Alabama Learning Exchange will be hosting a session during which the Social Studies Course of Study standards will be unpacked and quality resources will be aligned to each standard. We are looking for a group of experienced Social Studies teachers familiar with curriculum development, resource alignment, and the increased rigor of the College- and Career-Ready Standards to assist in this project.

The ideal candidates will be experienced, highly-qualified Alabama-certified K-12 Teachers with preference given to:
  • National and State award winners in the Social Studies
  • Attendees of the CCRS Teacher Academies
  • Members of the Social Studies Course of Study Task Force and the Social Studies State Textbook Committees
  • Active members of national and state Social Studies organizations
  • Teachers with verifiable experience creating curriculum, aligning resources, and providing quality professional development in the Social Studies.

Do you believe that you might be a valuable part of this team? Here is your opportunity to apply!  Complete the short online application available here!

Selected participants will receive a stipend to cover expenses and will benefit from three days on incredible collaborative professional development.

Here are the details:

When: March 10-12, 2014
Where: Alabama 4H Center, Columbiana, Alabama

Ready to apply?  Click here!

Need more information?  Contact Keith George at 334-242-9594 or kgeorge@alsde.edu.