The purpose of this course is to introduce future teachers to elementary social studies curriculum and instructional methods. Candidates will review the social studies curriculum as it relates to learning and development, differences in learning styles, critical thinking, problem solving and performance skills, active learning and motivation, inquiry, collaboration and supportive classroom interaction, instructional planning, assessment, reflection and professional growth, and professional leadership (based on pedagogical standards identified by the National Council for the Social Studies). Field experience is required.

Thursday, March 1, 2012

Thursday, March 1, 2012

Today in class we are going to discuss the classic teaching strategies in Chapter 9. We will then move right into your presentations - your lessons in which you are going to model one of the strategies described in Chapter 9.

Assignment for Tuesday, March 6:

Remember that Phase 2 of your unit planning assignment is due. PLEASE ask questions beforehand if you are un-sure of any part of it. This is a heavily weighted assignment and needs to be done well (your time to shine!).
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