Advanced Applications of Teaching and Learning in the Social Studies Classroom

Catalog description

In this course, Relay students will dive into the world of Guided Inquiry Design (GID). They will begin by exploring the what and the why— What is the structure of Guided Inquiry, and how does it differ from a more traditional approach to teaching and learning? Why is Guided Inquiry a powerful instructional technique, and how does it enable us to create a more equitable, socially justice–minded classroom? Relay students will then move into the how— How can inclusive design and differentiation allow us to engage all learners in Guided Inquiry Design ? They will also learn how to consider their students’ experiences and background knowledge when designing inquiry in our classrooms, how to implement the use of technology in inquiry, as well as how to assess and give feedback throughout the stages of GID. By the end of this course, Relay students will have planned and implemented a multi-step Guided Inquiry Design lesson series within their classroom context and reflected upon their agency in addressing inequities in their classroom through GID .