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"Walking on a Tightrope": Social Studies in an Era of Restrictions on Teaching Divisive Issues

Sat, April 15, 11:40am to 1:10pm CDT (11:40am to 1:10pm CDT), Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk, Floor: Lobby - Level 3, Wrigleyville

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Abstract

This symposium coordinates timely work of critical importance to understanding the work of social studies teaching and learning amidst legislative efforts to curtail teaching about “divisive issues.” We have solicited five papers for this symposium, representing multiple methodologies, geographical contexts, and units of analysis. Dr. Diana Hess, preeminent scholar of contested issues in social studies education, has agreed to serve as discussant. Dr. Taylor M. Kessner has agreed to serve as chair. Little is known about the potential consequences of the codification of restrictions on teaching “divisive issues.” The goal of this symposium is to serve as a springboard for generative conversations and future research.

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