This session will highlight the various resources that the Nebraska State Bar Foundation offers including Mock Trial Competition, Mock Trial Journalist Competition, Law Day, the Age of Majority resources, exciting information about Project Citizen, and much more!
Civic Education Consultant, Nebraska State Bar Foundation
After teaching Social Studies at Johnson-Brock for 23 years, Lori worked at ESU4 as a teaching and learning specialist. Upon retirement, she now works part-time for the NSBF supporting civic education across the state of Nebraska.
Friday February 7, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am CST
TJ 203
This session will equip K-12 educators with practical strategies to cultivate civil discourse in their classrooms, regardless of subject area. Participants will explore the importance of respectful communication, active listening, and critical thinking in creating inclusive and engaging learning environments.
Civic Education Consultant, Nebraska State Bar Foundation
After teaching Social Studies at Johnson-Brock for 23 years, Lori worked at ESU4 as a teaching and learning specialist. Upon retirement, she now works part-time for the NSBF supporting civic education across the state of Nebraska.
Friday February 7, 2025 12:15pm - 1:00pm CST
TJ 203
In this session, we will explore the importance of disciplinary literacy in social studies education and how it supports students in becoming critical thinkers and engaged citizens. Disciplinary literacy focuses on the unique ways of reading, writing, and thinking that are specific to the social studies disciplines, such as history, geography, and economics. Through discussion and an example activity, we will explore ways to develop students’ ability to read and think like social scientists, helping them build essential skills for both academic success and active, informed citizenship.
