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Teaching History Through Decisions, Trade-Offs, and Uncertainty: Students as Historical Decision Makers

November 19, 2026

History is often taught through the outcomes of decisions, but examining how those decisions were made offers powerful opportunities to deepen historical understanding while building students’ decision-making skills. This webinar introduces Decision Education and explores how educators can help students evaluate evidence, consider competing perspectives, navigate uncertainty, and weigh trade-offs through the study of historical decisions. Participants will explore practical strategies and classroom examples for integrating these skills into existing history instruction without overhauling their curriculum.

  • For questions regarding this resource, please contact Arizona Department of Education (ADE).
  • Contact Name: Jill Scott
  • Phone No: 602-364-2333
  • Email Address: k12standards@azed.gov