The DBQ Project - Testimonials

Testimonials

Comments from Social Studies Specialists and Directors:

"The DBQ presentation was one of the most engaging Saturday workshop sessions held by McRAH, as teachers actively participated in the DBQ process led by Chip Brady and Phil Roden. The teachers rated it very highly and appreciated that it was so clearly presented. They were able to apply the materials and strategies to the many varied levels and settings of their classrooms right away, and are still using it long after the workshop." – Rachel Ragland, Lake Forest College, McRAH Project Team, Teaching American History Grant

"The DBQ Project Workshop is probably the most valuable workshop presented to our high school teachers this year. The workshop breaks down the component of the DBQ making it easy for teachers to use. The left hand side of the binder is a goldmine of knowledge and the benefits for improving both thinking and writing are incredible." – Janie Phelps, Orange County Public Schools (Florida) Social Studies Supervisor

"Of all the events we sponsored with our grant, nothing was as well received as The DBQ Project workshop. We had people from elementary, middle and high school participate and the enthusiasm was contagious. Teachers repeatedly said to me that the materials were the finest they had encountered and they couldn't wait to implement them in their instruction. – Chris Evans, Teaching American History Grant Project Team, Santa Clara County, Ca.

"The DBQ Project’s Document Based Questions in American History is an invaluable resource for our teachers. The DBQ units are being successfully used with students from 4th through 12th grades. It is amazing how rich our history units are when we ask students to analyze primary sources. I highly recommend The DBQ Project materials to educators who want their students to have an in-depth understanding of history. – Katherine Barbour, TAH Grant Program Coordinator, American History Teachers’ Collaborative, Urbana, Il.

"The DBQ presentation was a wonderful combination of pedagogy and methodology. All of the teacher participants indicated they were thrilled with the primary documents and demonstration on their use regardless of the grade level taught. The primary documents and the lesson plans available in the DBQ curriculum are useful in the regular classroom as well as the AP classroom and from third grade to high school." – Nadana Maddox, Osage County Interlocal Cooperative, OKTAH Grant Director

Comments from teachers who attended recent workshops in Florida and Oregon:

"Far exceeded our expectations; one of most valuable learning tools; practical workshop – the expertise of coordinators and rich experiences excited and motivated the attending teachers – this is a must for all learning levels in the classroom – enrichment far beyond the high school experience – we must have a DBQ follow-up." – Teacher, West Orange High School

"This workshop was incredibly valuable – it will be very helpful in meeting the literacy goals of the district and FCAT. It’s great for reading strategies in terms of scaffolding and improving literacy." – Teacher, Cypress Creek High School

"This was an activity that was at the highest levels of historical scholarship and pedagogy. The information will be quite helpful in raising the intellectual levels, critical thinking, and writing skills of our students."
– Teacher, Freedom High School

"The resources provided were sorely needed in order to foster continued historical thinking and writing growth in both regular and advanced Social Studies students. The hands-on collaborative approach allowed us to share insight and application possibilities within our classes. The growth and improvement in my students’ writing style, skills and abilities is an anticipation I am eager to experience based on content and resources from this workshop." – Teacher, University High School

"So much emphasis is placed on critical thinking. This workshop was absolutely vital in training teachers to challenge social studies students of all levels to analyze documents and write a persuasive, factually-based essay." – Teacher, Ocoee High School

"Phil and Chip created an environment in which we as teachers were able to challenge pre-recovered notions on student learning and learn strategies to challenge students. The big drive will be for us to improve student writing. This workshop provided me with excellent skills to reach both struggling and gifted students. This in-service was dynamite! The best I’ve ever been to! Really! – Teacher, Winter Park High School

"Most valuable workshop I’ve attended in years. The training breaks down the anatomy of a DBQ. Helps make using DBQ’s in 'regular classes' possible. Good stuff – especially now that many high schools are offering open enrollment in AP classes." – Teacher, Edgewater High School

"Excellent workshop! This DBQ binder will enable me to grow my honors class into a pre-AP class and further prepare my students for the realities of college (thinking critically)." – Teacher, Apopka High School

"What invaluably useful information for making higher level reading content available and digestible to lower level reading students. This will be used throughout the year for developing reading and analytical thinking for my regular world kids." – Teacher, Dr. Phillips High School

"I absolutely loved this workshop! The presenters were fantastic; they were knowledgeable and passionate about their work. I have already designed a lesson around the materials!" – Teacher, Talent Middle School, Oregon

"I thoroughly enjoyed the workshop, both because of the skill and knowledge of the presenters and the time spent collaborating with colleagues. The overall content of The DBQ Project inspired me to reevaluate how I differentiate my instruction. Overall, I am very pleased with the materials, and even more pleased with the inspirational ideas, approaches, and attitudes that Chip and Phil shared." – Teacher, St. Mary's School, Medford, Oregon

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