Featuring Dr. Zach Groshell Internationally-renowned author • Instructional coach • Podcaster
Date: April 8Time: 6:00–7:30 PMHosted 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
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.
