MARYLAND COUNCIL FOR CIVIC AND HISTORY EDUCATION

Promoting Civic and History Education in our Schools and Communities!

For Educators

Professional Learning

MCCHE creates equitable and collaborative spaces where educators can hone their skills, learn from each other, and foster both personal and professional growth. Professional learning is important because it helps educators stay current with the latest teaching strategies, research, and technology. It enhances their ability to meet the diverse needs of students, improve instructional practices, and increase student outcomes. Additionally, ongoing professional development supports educators in boosting their confidence and job satisfaction. It also fosters a collaborative learning culture, where educators can share ideas, solve challenges together, and continuously improve. Ultimately, professional learning contributes to a more effective and fulfilling teaching experience for both educators and students. Check out our current educators opportunities today!

Explore these high-quality instructional materials to engage your students:

Center for Civic Education

Webinar series

Gilder Lehrman

Classroom Resources

MCCHE knows that educators need access to high-quality instructional materials (HQIM) in order to support effective teaching and enhance student learning. Well-designed materials are aligned with curriculum standards and provide clear, engaging content that meets the diverse needs of students. High-quality resources offer structured, research-backed content, which allows educators to focus on instruction and student engagement instead of creating materials from scratch. Additionally, HQIM ensures consistency in teaching, supports differentiated learning, and can offer strategies for assessing and addressing student progress. HQIM helps foster an environment where students are more likely to succeed.

Explore these high-quality instructional materials to engage your students:

Civic Inquiries

Civil Discourse Toolkit

Constitution Explained video series

60-second Civics daily videos

Gilder Lehrman lesson plans

Historic Annapolis teacher resources