Engaging P-20 Students Through Modern Social Studies Education

Name: Engaging P-20 Students Through Modern Social Studies Education
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ISBN: 9798337366036

Lesia C Lennex, Benjamin Lewis Fitzpatrick, Michael W Kessinger

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Igi Global Scientific Publishing
07 May 2026

Curriculum planning & development; Schools; Teaching of a specific subject

Engaging P-20 students, learners spanning from early childhood through graduate education, requires social studies instruction that reflects the complex, digital world. Modern social studies education emphasizes critical thinking, inquiry-based learning, and the integration of technology to help students better understand historical events, cultural diversity, civic responsibility, and global relations. By incorporating interactive resources, digital media, collaborative projects, and real-world problem solving, educators can make social studies more relevant and meaningful for learners. These approaches may increase students' understanding of society and history while fostering the skills needed for participation in the global community. Engaging P-20 Students Through Modern Social Studies Education explores how modern teaching strategies, technology, and interactive learning methods increase engagement among P-20 students in social studies education. It examines how innovative instructional approaches help students develop critical thinking, civic awareness, and a deeper understanding of historical and contemporary global issues. This book covers topics such as educational technology, student engagement, and civic engagement, and is a useful resource for educators, sociologists, academicians, researchers, and scientists.

Edited by: Lesia C Lennex, Benjamin Lewis Fitzpatrick, Michael W Kessinger
Imprint: Igi Global Scientific Publishing
Dimensions: Height: 254mm, Width: 178mm, Spine: 22mm
Weight: 912g
ISBN: 9798337366036
Pages: 350
Publication Date: 07 May 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Michael W. Kessinger is an Associate Professor in Education Leadership at Morehead State University. He is the program leader for K-12 Administration and Leadership. Dr. Kessinger is a retired P-12 educator where he was a high school math and computer science teacher, Assistant Principal. He later moved to the central office where he held various administrative positions such as District Technology Coordinator, Assessment Coordinator, Professional Development Coordinator, School Food Service Director, Director of Finance, and Assistant Superintendent. He earned his Doctor of Education in Administration and Supervision from the University of Kentucky; Education Specialist and Master in Secondary Education from Morehead State University (KY); and the Bachelors of Science from the University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire in Mathematics and Psychology. Dr. Kessinger has authored and coauthored several chapters in books related to school safety, instructional leadership, special and gifted education, technology, and school administration.