Advance Student Success Through Research-Driven Social Studies
Join a national study and see how Traverse® strengthens social studies instruction and supports civic engagement.
What Is Traverse?
Traverse is a comprehensive social studies curriculum for grades 6–12 that delivers robust content in history, economics, geography, and government, all in a flexible framework. Built around the principles of High-Quality Instructional Materials (HQIM), Traverse ensures coherence, rigor, and accessibility while supporting inquiry-based learning that prepares students for civic engagement.
Why Partner with Imagine Learning for This Research
Imagine Learning invites school districts to participate in a national study evaluating the impact of Traverse on student social studies achievement. The findings will help your district — and schools nationwide — make data-driven decisions that improve student outcomes. As a research partner, your district will receive:
Access to Traverse for selected classrooms
Half of participating classrooms will implement Traverse for social studies instruction. The remaining classrooms continue with their school’s current instructional approach.*
Actionable data and insights
Receive detailed reports comparing outcomes for Traverse and non-Traverse students, giving your team powerful evidence to guide future instructional decisions.
A national impact
Contribute to research with the potential to transform education nationwide and support best practices in social studies instruction.
*After the study concludes, access to Traverse may be expanded to additional classrooms.
Why Comparative Research Matters
Comparative studies — those that include both participating and non-participating groups — provide the most reliable evidence of a program’s effectiveness. This approach ensures that results are valid, meaningful, and can drive lasting improvements in education. Key benefits of this research design include:
Fair and reliable results
Including a comparison group allows researchers to accurately measure Traverse’s impact, ensuring findings are scientifically sound and reflective of student growth.
Opportunity for future program expansion
Traverse access may be expanded to additional students after the study concludes, allowing your district to implement the service with greater experience and confidence.
Continued support for all students
Even students who do not receive Traverse during the study will continue to benefit from their school’s existing high-quality instruction and supports.
Is Your District a Good Fit?
Districts that are a strong fit for this research study typically:
- Serve medium-to-large student populations across multiple schools or grade levels
- Can implement Traverse consistently with selected groups of students by following recommended practices
- Administer standardized social studies assessments at the end of the course or school year