Welcome to the OSSRC

The Ohio Social Studies Resource Center (OSSRC) exists to enhance teaching and learning through the identification and posting of quality web-based resources that promote best teaching practices. The OSSRC has made steady progress to create and promote an effective delivery system that provides free access to peer-reviewed resources to all Ohio social studies educators. Twelve partnering agencies presently serve the OSSRC and have exemplified their commitment to working together to improve the teaching and learning resources available to Ohio social studies educators. Click here to learn more about the services and resources offered by the OSSRC.

OSSRC Updates

Election 2008 Resources

Resource Spotlight

Web Spotlight

InfOhio: The Information Network for Ohio Schools: INFOhio's Core Collection of Electronic Resources, 17 tools selected for K-12 research, provides state-funded resources free to all Ohio K-12 students and educators. Though, these resources are free to Ohio teachers, a username and password are required for home access; to access this information see your school library media specialist, technology coordinator or classroom teacher. Visit the Infohio website to learn more about the social studies resources available to you!
Remarkable Ohio: Ohio Historical Markers: The Ohio Historical Markers identify, commemorate and honor the important people, places and events that have contributed to the state's rich history. The Ohio Historical Markers Program, administered by the Ohio Historical Society, is a vital educational tool, informing residents and visitors about significant aspects of Ohio's past.
your money NOW: In an effort to help better education in the State of Ohio, Treasurer Cordray has put together a website full of resources for teachers and their students. Learn what Treasurer Cordray is doing to help advance financial education in Ohio high schools by exploring the your money NOW web site.

Literature Spotlight

National Council for the Social Studies: Notable Trade Book List: The books that appear in these annotated book lists were evaluated and selected by a Book Review Committee appointed by National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) and assembled in cooperation with the Children's Book Council (CBC). NCSS and CBC have cooperated on this annual bibliography since 1972. Books selected for this bibliography are written primarily for children in grades K-8.

Programs Spotlight

The Ohio Historical Society: Once Upon a Dime Exhibit: JPMorgan Chase presents Once Upon A Dime: The World of Money at the Ohio Historical Center from September 1, 2007 through April 1, 2008. It’s a fun interactive exhibition for the entire family with special appeal to kids age 5-9. This exhibit starts thousands of years ago and takes you right up through today’s world of electronic finance. Digital Diva, a spunky, cartoon docent, guides you into the realm of electronic dollars. You’ll peek into a bank vault filled with all different kinds of "money," follow the story of money from barter to digital dollars, become an inspector and discover how governments around the world have developed anti-counterfeiting measures, and explore ways to spend, save, and invest your own hard-earned cash. You can’t afford to miss it!
Ohio History Day: History Day is an exciting co-curricular program that encourages young people to explore a historical subject related to an annual theme. Students make history come alive as their research leads to imaginative exhibits, original performances, media documentaries and papers in junior and senior divisions of seven different categories. History Day demonstrates that students learn history when they do history. State History Day is April 26, 2008 at Columbus State Community College

Support the OSSRC

The partnering agencies of the Ohio Social Studies Resource Center (OSSRC) and the Ohio Historical Society (OHS) are asking for your support to continue its efforts in building a one-stop resource bank of educational materials and services for Ohio social studies teachers. The OSSRC is able to present this unique and valuable online resource only with the continuing support and contributions of its visitors. Learn more about giving to the OSSRC.

Types of Resources

Instructional Resource: Unit or Lesson Plans that have been rated as best or promising practices.
Professional Resource: Resources that support and enhance teacher learning. They include standards, research articles, policy documents and on-line support materials.
Content Resource: Secondary resources that support classroom instruction. Content Resources include data sets, digital images, reference materials and tutorials.
Assessment Resource: Measurement items or tasks correlated to the Ohio Social Studies Academic Content Standards.
General Education Resource: Resources not specific to the content areas of social studies but designed to support effective educational practices.
Primary Resource: Resources that represent evidence left behind by the participants or observers of an event. These resources were created either during or immediately after a particular event. Primary Resources include newspaper articles, letters, photographs, and sound recordings.