This is a required course for students seeking Teacher Certification in grades K-9 and grades 4-12 social studies. In this course. pre-service teachers explore methods for teaching social studies in K-12 classrooms through a constructivist theoretical and philosophical lens. Pre-service teachers examine how social studies methods meld with theories of learning, curricular development, evaluation, and contemporary classroom practices. Particular emphasis is placed on theory-to-practice strategies and on self- and peer-evaluation as well as instructor, fieldwork supervisor, and mentor teacher evaluation as part of pre-service teachers' preparation in becoming successful, effective, and culturally responsive educators. This 4-credit course meets for three, 60-minute class periods each week. In addition, pre-service teachers will complete a 5-6 week middle or high school social studies field placement during the semester. Prerequisites: EDUC 125 and EDUC 130; concurrent enrollment in pre-professional block.
Grade Basis: Letter Grade
Credits: 4.0
