Research Guides: Social Studies Education: Content Standards in Social Studies

Professional Organizations with Content Standards

Social studies content standards draw from both the State of Missouri and professional organizations. Below are the most commonly used content standards for social studies education.

American Psychological Association The American Psychological Association (APA) is a professional organization of psychologists in the United States. Look here for psychology content exam information
Center for Civic Education The Center for Civic Education provides curriculum about being a responsible citizen for students in the United States of America
Council for Economic Education The Council for Economic Education’s (CEE’s) teaches K-12 students about economics and personal finance.
DESE Learning Standards for Social Studies Missouri Department of Elementary and secondary Education Learning Standards
Missouri Council for Social Studies MCSS promotes student learning in social studies through quality teaching and curriculum.
National Geographic Society The National Geographic Society's education initiatives and teaching standards for geographic education in the United States and Canada.
National Council for History Education The National Council for History Education promotes historical literacy and provides educational standards.
National Council for the Social Studies National Council for the Social Studies is devoted to social studies education.