Jeff Greiner

Does the C3 Framework support educational market-based reforms?

This is the second in a series of four posts discussing the C3 Framework and how it relates to contemporary market-based educational reforms. In my first post, I described those market-based reforms. In this post, I describe how the C3 Framework supports market-based reforms. In my next post, I will be

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The C3 Framework and Market Based Reforms

It has been a long time since I have written a blog post on C3 teachers however, my examination into the framework has continued. Along the way I’ve become interested in how the C3 Framework interacts with the market-based reform movement that has grown to become the standard for education

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Getting Digital and Digging Into C3

October 1, 2014 By Jeff Greiner Well, this is quite the overwhelming time to be me. I have just begun a doctoral program, will begin contributing to the C3 Teachers site, and have signed on to conduct research towards the writing of a digital social studies textbook. What’s more, all

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These are inquiries that fit in the 9th grade World History 1 course (ONLY 1 SEMESTER)

Possible inquiries for World History. Will need to be broken down into units or concepts– this is just the first glance.

A collection of inquires related to the American Civil War


This Building Block Inquiry stack will look at examples of extremism both left wing and right wing throughout American History.

These four inquiries explore profound aspects of the human experience—from historical suffering and political ethics to fundamental economics and the nature of the American identity—all of which can evoke a sense of Awe.

Photography serves as a poignant story of the past, offering visual narratives that transcend time and space. Through the lens of historical photographs, we gain intimate glimpses into pivotal moments, societal shifts, and individual experiences frozen in time. These images capture the essence of historical events, from wars and revolutions to everyday life, allowing students to empathize with the people and their stories.

Activism as a focus for inquiry invites students to explore how individuals and groups take action to promote change in their communities, nations, and the world. Through examining historical and contemporary examples of activism, students can engage with questions of justice, citizenship, and the responsibilities of participation in democratic life. Inquiries centered on activism encourage learners to consider both the motivations behind civic action and the strategies used to influence public policy and opinion.