Best Practices in Social Science Education for Middle/Secondary Teachers

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This course is designed for middle/secondary teachers. In this course students will examine three models of inquiry centered social science instruction: historical investigations, simulation problem solving with decision tree strategies, and hypothesis testing. All three models emphasize the development of conceptual understanding and the integral use of complex thinking skills in learning subject matter. Students will examine adaptations of these models to learners of varied ages and developmental characteristics. A 25-hour field experience in P-12 is required for this course. Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Contact Hours: 3 Repeatability: May not be repeated for credit. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Program Restrictions: 1MAT-Master of Arts in Teaching Schedule Type (Primary): Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic Schedule Type (Additional): Asynchronous Instruction Click here for the Schedule of Classes.