38-6133 Methods & Materials for Teaching Social Studies at the Elementary & Middle School

The focus of this course is on social studies methodology, with an emphasis on multicultural aspects. Special consideration is given to the development of competencies in structuring learning for Kâ€’8 students that will include experiences which provide for in-depth reflection about what it means to be a good citizen within a culturally and socio-economically diverse society. As a result of the readings, assignments, and discussions, participants in this course build a framework of understandings that can be used to construct meaningful and engaging learning experiences in the social studies, with a multicultural education focus, for their students. Teacher candidates read from required texts, as well as explore relevant print and non-print supplementary materials. Teacher candidates are required to observe social studies lessons in K-8 classroom settings to extend their understanding of effective social studies teaching.

2 Credits