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Teachers will be able to: Identify historical sources of discrimination in the financial system. Analyze how black leaders have changed and are changing the financial system.

Date and Time: February 21, 2026,9 AM - 11:AM - Virtual Are you curious about cryptocurrency but unsure where to start? Join us for an engaging, hands-on workshop designed specifically for educators!  Demystifying Cryptocurrency: A Beginner’s Workshop for Educators  We’ll break down the basics of cryptocurrency, from understanding blockchain technology to exploring how digital currencies like Bitcoin […]

Are you curious how you can encourage students to learn personal finance at the same time they are engaged with the core curriculum of Math, ILA, Science, and Social Studies?  Join us to learn how interdisciplinary instruction can benefit your students and make learning more interesting! During this session participants will be provided with examples of how […]

Teachers will be able to: Develop a framework for planning & facilitating Socratic Seminars Explore a self-evaluation rubric for students that can be used for grading Equip strategies for civil, evidence-based dialogue Explore strategies to tame the overly-talkative & encourage the introverted

Teachers will be able to: Explain key features of TeachRock and the Crossroads series of lesson plans Apply primary resources to a variety of economics and history topics Analyze the role economic decision-making plays in a variety of historical events

Your students won the State Championship, now they are preparing to face the top personal finance teams from across the country. This 60-minute NPFC Case Study Masterclass is designed to help teachers prepare their students to compete successfully on the national stage of the National Personal Finance Challenge. The session will walk educators through a […]

Your students advanced past the Case Study Round and are now among the top 16 personal finance teams in the nation. The stakes are higher, the pace is faster, and preparation matters more than ever. This 60-minute NPFC Quizbowl webinar is designed to help teachers prepare their students for success in the Round of 16 […]

presented by MCEE & MDCSS & MCCHE Helping the Savvy Teacher:  How Media Literacy & Using AI Can Make You a Civics/Economics Giant Saturday, March 14, 2026 9:00 AM - Noon Governor Thomas Johnson Middle School 1799 Schifferstadt Blvd Frederick, MD 21701 FREE Materials From Partner Organizations Networking Opportunities PD Points Toward Certification

This webinar provides a clear, behind-the-scenes look at the National Economics Challenge Critical Thinking (Case Study) Round. Participants will explore the round’s format, structure, and scoring rubric, and examine what judges look for in high-quality student presentations. The session will highlight best practices for coaching teams, common pitfalls to avoid, and practical strategies to strengthen […]

The University of Chicago’s Economics for Everyone (E4E) initiative emphasizes understanding key economic concepts over cost curves and calculations. Central to our approach is the concept of optimization and marginal thinking. These foundational principles provide deeper insights into human behavior in everyday economic activities. Participants will also explore our library of additional resources available on […]