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Introduction

 Document-Based Questions (DBQ)

Course I

Edited by Julie Daniels
Historical Records: what, why, where and how.
A brief course on using historical records in the classroom.

Course II

Edited by Joseph Corr
Overview:

  • Understand how document-based questions assess standards and performance indicators in the Learning Standards for Social Studies.
  • Gain knowledge of strategies for preparing students to write strong responses to DBQs.
  • Investigate processes and procedures for creating effective DBQ assessments.
  • Understand processes and procedures for rating DBQ essays.

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