California Council for the Social Studies (CCSS) Conference - EDC-X715AB
Course Description
Credit Validation for California Global Education Project Participants Only
PK-12 teachers will participate in the annual CCSS conference for Social Studies educators. A variety of keynote speakers, sessions, and workshops will provide teachers with information and strategies for effective teaching and learning of Social Studies, as presented in the state framework, standards, and initiatives (e.g., State Seal of Civic Engagement, Ethnic Studies, Global Education, Literacy, Media Literacy, UTK, California Model Curriculum, etc.).
Learner Outcomes
- Expand knowledge and understanding of key issues and changes in California Social Studies instruction, including history, geography, economics, civics, and government
- Develop skills and strategies for teaching historical analysis, evaluation, point of view, chronology, spatial thinking, and reasoning
- Access resources such as primary sources, maps, videos, articles, and books to support multi-perspective teaching and learning
- Enhance knowledge, resources, and instructional skills for civic engagement, ethnic studies, social-emotional learning, literacy, and current events
Course Details
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IMPORTANT: YOU MUST ENROLL WITH THE PARTNERED ORGANIZATION AND PAY ALL REQUIRED FEES BEFORE PURCHASING UNITS THROUGH USD.Number of Units: 1.0 - 2.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours.
Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for California Global Education Project Participants.
University of San Diego – Graduate-Level Extension Credit Information
The University of San Diego partners with this program to offer graduate-level extension credit(s) in semester hours through the Credit Validation Program. To earn units, participants must register for and successfully complete coursework through the external program provider.
Credits earned through USD’s Credit Validation Program are widely accepted by many school districts and universities across the United States for purposes such as license renewal, required professional development hours, short-term skill building, salary advancement, credentialing, and potential advanced degree pathways.
These units do not apply toward a master’s or higher degree program at the University of San Diego; however, they may be transferable to advanced degree programs (e.g., MA, EdD, PhD) at other institutions that accept external graduate-level credits.
Participants are responsible for confirming acceptance, transcript requirements, deadlines, and applicability of units with their employing district or intended institution prior to enrollment.
Interested in Purchasing University Credit or CEUs? If a section is available below, you may purchase university credit (GLECs) directly through this page. To purchase Continuing Education Units (CEUs), you must submit a request. If no sections are currently available and the page displays “Request Information,” click the button to submit your request for GLECs or CEUs. Before submitting your request, please review the Participant Instructions for step-by-step guidance on the appropriate process. Our USD PCE Credit Validation team will review your request and follow up with the next steps.Directions to Enroll for Credit
Step 1: Register with the Partner Organization
Complete your registration directly with the partner organization. Follow their instructions to begin the course and pay any required enrollment fees.
- Homepage: California Council for the Social Studies (CCSS)
- Enroll: 2027 Annual Conference
Please Note: USD does not provide course materials, manage instruction, or assign grades. All coursework is evaluated by the program’s instructor or coordinator.
Step 2: Complete the Course
Participate fully in the course through the partner organization and complete all required assignments, activities, and assessments. (Some courses, specifically DoWEA courses, may require participants to purchase units before the course ends; please check the enrollment window for details.)
Step 3: Register for University Credit
After confirming your registration with the partner organization and completing your program, return to USD’s website.
- Locate the same course on our listings page
- Click Add to Cart
- Click Check Out
- You will be prompted to either log into your USD Student Account or create one, and then pay for your units
If this course displays Request Information, it means the course is either not yet open for enrollment (please check the enrollment dates) or enrollment has already closed. If enrollment has closed, you may still contact the organization directly to see if they will accept a late enrollment or if the course will be offered again in the future.
Step 4: Partner Organization Submits Grades
After you finish, the partner organization will submit your final grade to USD.
Step 5: Receive Your Transcript
No further action is needed. Once your grade has been processed, USD will issue an official transcript reflecting your earned university credit. Transcripts are mailed to the address listed in your USD student account.
Transcript Process: Once we receive your certificate of completion, we will begin processing your transcript. Participants are responsible for ensuring that their mailing address is accurate and up to date in their USD student account to avoid delays in transcript delivery.
Transcript Delivery Timeline:
- U.S. addresses: 2–3 weeks
- International addresses: 3–4 weeks
For detailed information regarding the University of San Diego Credit Validation Program, please consult our USD Credit Validation Program Participant Guide.
Need additional university credit or CEUs? Visit the Credit Validation Course Catalog to explore available credit options.