Direct Instruction: The Evidence-Based Path to Equity in Social Studies

Featuring Dr. Zach Groshell

Internationally-renowned author • Instructional coach • Podcaster

Date: April 8, 2027

Time: 6:00–7:30 PM

Hosted by: California Council for the Social Studies

Join CCSS for an engaging and research-driven webinar exploring how explicit, guided instruction can transform social studies teaching and promote equity for all learners.

What You’ll Learn:

• How the science of learning informs effective social studies instruction

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  Key insights from cognitive load theory and why they matter in today’s classrooms

• Practical strategies using:

• The worked example effect

  • Multimedia learning principles

  • Visuals and interactive modeling

  • Guidance fading to build student independence

• How structured, explicit teaching supports deeper understanding and improves access for students who need it most

Why It Matters:

Evidence-based instructional approaches help educators “break down” complex content so all students can succeed. These methods are especially powerful for learners who may lack foundational knowledge or face cognitive processing challenges—making them essential tools for advancing educational equity in social studies classrooms.

Participants Will Leave With:

• Ready-to-use strategies for inclusive instruction

• Practical tools to support diverse learners

• A stronger understanding of how research translates into classroom practice

Empower your teaching. Support every learner. Strengthen equity through evidence-based practice.

Register to attend: https://casocialstudies.org/event-6564708