Episode 1

Portrait of Zane Long

More Light Than Heat

In this Episode

Chalk Talk cohosts Molly Buckley-Marudas and Shelley Rose sit down with veteran high school Social Studies teacher Zane Long from Appalachian Ohio. Zane shares his experiences teaching students to be effective citizens by discussing big issues and embracing challenging conversations.

Zane Long

High School Social Studies Teacher

Zane Long is an educator and Social Studies department chair at Rock Hill High School in Ironton, Ohio. He focuses on developing students’ critical thinking and civic skills through discussion, inquiry, and meaningful connections to the real world. Passionate about serving students in Appalachia, Zane is committed to creating engaging learning experiences that help students become informed and active members of their communities.  

Links & References

Project Citizen, Center for Civic Education. https://www.civiced.org/project-citizen

Thank you to the Martha Holden Jennings Foundation for their generous support for the Chalk Talk Podcast!

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