Methods of Elementary Social Studies

Catalog description

This course draws upon the various disciplines of social studies. Technology resources, classroom diversity needs, classroom management, character values, respect and responsibility, and citizenship education are studied. In addition, models of civic courage, democratic ideals and practices, tragedies, and victories of the American way (liberty and justice for all) are study subjects. Debate and decision-making are part of the Social Studies curriculum. The National Council for Social Studies competencies are incorporated into the course's objectives. Oklahoma Academic Standards (C3) are basic to the class content. Five (5) hours of field experience in social studies classrooms are required.