Secondary Social Studies Methods. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours

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Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Certification Program, EDP 3203 , and EDU 2103 ; completion of or concurrent enrollment in EED 2013 and EDP 4203 is required. A study of methods, materials, and processes for teaching social studies in secondary school settings. Topics include the effective implementation of social studies curriculum and standards, pacing and planning for instruction, authentic formative and summative assessment, and cultivating cultural and critical competence. Special emphasis is placed on interdisciplinary and multicultural connections using integrated and thematic unit planning. Restricted course, advisor code required for registration. This course must be completed with a grade of "B-" or better for it to serve as a prerequisite for CI 4646 or CI 4643 Clinical Teaching: Grades 7-12. Field experience required. (Formerly C&I 4233. Credit cannot be earned for both CI 4233 and C&I 4233.) Generally offered: Fall, Spring. Not offered in the Summer. Course Fee: LRH1 $20; STF1 $75; STSH $30.