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.

Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Tueday, February 21, 2012

We will begin class today by collecting Phase 1 of your unit plan. We will then continue with a discussion of Chapter 8 "Planning Units, Lessons, and Activities". You were assigned to read this chapter as there is valuable information in it that will help guide you with your unit development.

I will return your Phase 1 info back to you, with comments, by tomorrow (Wednesday) so you can begin on the next phase.

Assignment for Thursday, Feb.23:

We will start class with a quiz over the "Five Ways to Enrich Any Unit" from your chapter, pages 298-312. You will be required to provide a definition of each of the five "learning by doing" strategies. You will also be required to provide two specific examples of each of the strategies. So, be prepared to do so!

If you have any questions, please let me know.
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