SCST 591 - Principles of Teaching Social Studies II (3).

Institution:

Winthrop University

Subject:

Social Studies Education

Description:

Description: Students will explore advanced application of strategies related to planning and instruction in the social studies classroom as well as classroom management strategies. Emphasis will be placed on instructional strategies that address the needs of multiple learners while focusing on the content and disciplinary skills in state and national standards. Further, exploration of appropriate assessment strategies will be incorporated into the unit design process. Special attention will be placed on the teaching of History and Geography. This course advocates an integrated model for teaching social studies; therefore, students will explore the interdisciplinary nature of social studies. Specifically designed for students planning to pursue secondary social studies certification. Prerequisite: Admission or provisional admission to Teacher Ed; C- or better in SCST 390 or 590. Corequsite: EDCO 401 or SCST 592. Notes: Restricted to BA-SCST majors and MAT-social studies candidates. Offered in fall.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Rsrch/ind St

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Institution Website:

www.winthrop.edu

Phone Number:

(803) 323-2211

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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