Apr 25, 2024  
OHIO University Graduate Catalog 2020-21 
    
OHIO University Graduate Catalog 2020-21 [Archived Catalog]

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EDTE 5510 - Teaching Middle Childhood Social Studies


The foundation of social studies is to help students develop new understandings of the world through discourse and activities that emphasize applications to authentic issues of human society. Problem solving, critical thinking and analysis, negotiation and collaboration are part of the teaching of social studies content. Using national and state standards, course emphasizes integrated social studies for curriculum organization in grades 4-9.

Requisites:
Credit Hours: 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,CR,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
  • To demonstrate a proficient understanding in the use of state and national curriculum standards.
  • To demonstrate a proficient understanding of and commitment to the civic role of social studies in preparing a participatory citizenry.
  • To demonstrate proficiency in teaching social studies skills [problem solving, critical thinking and analysis, negotiation and collaboration].
  • To develop an understanding of how local, national, and global issues and events are interwoven.
  • To develop an understanding of the integrated nature of social studies.



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