Description
Through this course teacher candidates will examine the theoretical and practical aspects of teaching social studies to young learners. Teacher candidates will learn to translate knowledge and data- gathering processes from history and the social sciences into appropriate and meaningful social studies experiences for children and youth. Teacher candidates will also develop an understanding of and practice using instructional strategies, activities, and materials that will enhance learning in social studies. The course will also address teaching social studies from the global perspective of a multicultural society while advocating civic participation.