Social Studies Education in the 21st Century...

What content area explains us as human beings, connects us to our world, tells us where we’ve been and helps us to understand where we are going & why, and explains the reasons for the choices we make and the ways we organize our lives?

The answer is social studies education!

The digital age has transformed social studies education, allowing 21st-century learners to transcend the limits of time and place and experience historic events virtually. By expanding their learning networks through online collaboration with experts and other students from around the world, Newark Public School students develop an increased depth of understanding of our global society. At the same time, their understanding of the fundamental principles and values of American democracy and citizenship provides the conceptual framework that allows them to make informed decisions about local, national, and international issues and challenges.