GED 7873 - Teaching Social Studies in the Middle and Secondary School 5-12

Practice teaching methods specific to the teaching of social studies. Develop an understanding of social studies and the purposes they serve. Exploration of issues in curriculum development. Survey methods of teaching; planning for teaching; study and research skills for the social studies; professional and community resources for the social studies teacher; and current trends in social studies. This is a graduate level course with graduate level expectations.

Prerequisite: Completion of GED 7867, Theory to Practice with grade of B- or higher.
Credits: (4 credits)