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Dec 12, 2024
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EDU 514 - Teaching Elementary School Social Studies This course investigates innovative and traditional approaches to teaching social studies concepts for children pre-K-6. It emphasizes the objectives (including adaptation for diverse and exceptional children), curriculum content, materials and resources to engage in historical, social and citizenship understanding and activities at the appropriate developmental level. Experiences are provided to develop National Standards and State Learning Frameworks. Prerequisite: EDU 510. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code B = offered at least once per year
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Apply knowledge of research-based social studies methods and themes, concepts, and topics in the elementary curriculum.
- Examine multiple perspectives of justice-oriented social studies topics using primary and secondary sources.
- Develop interdisciplinary and integrated social studies activities to meet the diverse learning needs of elementary students.
- Apply habits of critical reflection when examining social studies practices and programs.
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