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Deepening Understanding of the KY Academic Standards for Social Studies
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7/21/2026 8:30am - 3:30pm
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Presenter: Sherra Caudill
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Location: Harrodsburg Campus
1150 Danville Rd.
Harrodsburg, KY​
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Effective social studies instruction begins with a deep understanding of the Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS) for Social Studies. In this full-day session, K-12 educators will engage in an interactive exploration of the vision, design, and instructional implications of the standards. Participants will unpack the architecture and organization of the KAS, focusing on the integration of disciplinary concepts, inquiry practices, and inquiry practice skills to enhance student learning. By the end of this session, participants will leave with practical strategies, instructional tools, and resources to support standards-based planning and assessment. Whether you're new to the KAS for Social Studies or looking to refine your approach, this session will provide clarity, confidence, and actionable takeaways for effective classroom implementation.
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6 hours of PD/EILA credit will be provided.
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Email Sherra.Caudill@ckec.org with any questions.
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​ Inquiry in Motion: Transforming Classrooms One Question at a Time
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​7/29/2026 8:30am - 3:30pm
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Presenter: Sherra Caudill
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Location: Lexington Campus
2331 Fortune Dr.
Lexington, KY.
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Description:
Stop teaching—start investigating.
Inquiry in Motion equips you with the tools to design lessons that move students from passive participants to powerful thinkers. Walk away with ready-to-implement inquiry units and practical strategies that transform learning.
This engaging professional development experience is designed for social studies and general educators ready to spark curiosity, deepen thinking, and empower students to take ownership of their learning.
Through hands-on exploration of the Inquiry Design Model (IDM), you’ll learn how to craft compelling questions, design meaningful inquiry tasks, and facilitate learning experiences that turn listeners into investigators. Explore questioning techniques, scaffolding strategies, and practical tools that make inquiry accessible, engaging, and transformative for every learner.
By the end of the day, you’ll leave with a completed inquiry unit, actionable strategies, and a classroom culture fueled by curiosity, exploration, and discovery. Get ready to set your classroom in motion.
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Participants will earn 6 hours of EILA/PD Credit.
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Email Sherra.Caudill@ckec.org with any questions.
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