EDSE 3334 Social Studies Methods, 6-12

This course will prepare teacher candidates who can identify key components of effective planning for secondary social studies, develop effective plans for teaching social studies to diverse secondary learners, and justify the impact of the context on planning for secondary social studies teaching and learning. There will be 15 hours of directed field-based experiences embedded into this course.

Credits

3

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the candidate will be able to:

1. Analyze the basic features of social studies instruction (definitions, goals and objectives, curriculum, etc.). [InTASC Standard 4: Content Knowledge]: Central Focus, Academic Language
2. Explore effective techniques for planning, guiding, and managing small- and large-work, meeting individual needs and differences (including special needs and ELL students), and assessing learning, incorporating both CCGSE (K-5) (6-8) and the National Curriculum Standards for Social Studies (NCSS). [InTASC Standards 1: Learner Development, 2: Learning Differences, 3: Learning Environments, 4: Content Knowledge, 5: Application of Content, 6: Assessment, 7: Planning for Instruction, and 8: Instructional Strategies]: Planning for Instruction (Task 1)
3. Analyze social studies teaching models, strategies and techniques for developing concepts and generalizations; (b) developing student's thinking processes and creative abilities; and (c) developing attitudes and values. [InTASC Standards 1: Learner Development, 3: Learning Environments, 4: Content Knowledge, 5: Application of Content, 7: Planning for Instruction, and 8: Instructional Strategies]: Instructing and Engaging Students in Learning (Task 2)
4. Reconsider and make changes in the instructional environment so that activities, student movement, and materials distribution are effective and efficient.  [InTASC Standard 3: Learning Environments]: Instructing and Engaging Students in Learning (Task 2)
5. Use questioning techniques as an effective classroom strategy, especially with the inquiry model.  [InTASC Standard 5: Application of Content and 8: Instructional Strategies]: Instructing and Engaging Students in Learning (Task 2)
6. Explore strategies for effective use of current events and instructional technology in early childhood, middle grades, and/or secondary education. [InTASC Standards 4: Content Knowledge, 5: Application of Content, 7: Planning for Instruction, and 9: Professional Learning and Ethical Practice]: Instructing and Engaging Students in Learning (Task 2)
7. Analyze the conceptions of multicultural education and develop a practical approach to teaching with a multicultural perspective. [InTASC Standards 3: Learning Environment, 2: Learner Differences, 8: Instructional Strategies, 9: Professional Learning and Ethical Practice, and 10: Leadership and Collaboration]: Context for Learning, Planning for Instruction (Task 1)
8. Incorporate current theory and research to practice. [InTASC Standards 1: Learner Development, 2: Learner Differences, 3: Learning Environment, 4: Content Knowledge, 5: Application of Content, 6: Assessment, 7: Planning for Instruction, 8: Instructional Strategies, and 9: Professional Learning and Ethical Practice]: Commentary that includes theoretical reference
9. Explore the National Curriculum Standards and the C3 Framework for Social Studies as well as recommendations of the National Council for the Social Studies. [InTASC Standards 5: Application of Content, 8: Instructional Strategies, and 9: Professional Learning and Ethical Practice]: Planning for Instruction (Task 1), Instructing and Engaging Students in Learning (Task 2), Assessing Student Learning (Task 3)
10. Develop competence in selected knowledge components of the K-5/6-8/9-12 social studies curriculum. [InTASC Standard 4: Content Knowledge]
11. Explain your personal set of beliefs regarding K-5, 6-8, and/or 9-12 social studies curriculum. [InTASC Standards 9: Professional Learning and Ethical Practice and 10: Leadership and Collaboration]