Methods II Social Studies

Catalog description

This is a seminar and practicum course providing opportunities for secondary teacher candidates to acquire skills in teaching methodologies and strategies specific to secondary social studies instruction. Topics include organization of subject matter, weekly and unit lesson planning, development of assessments, utilizing information technology for instruction, and working with diverse populations of students. Course activities include teaching in a secondary classroom, professional development workshops, discussion/reflections, and demonstration of effective use of standards documents, inquiry activities, and a review of effective pedagogical literature. Clinical experience/field placement is required in the classroom setting. For those taking this course at the graduate level, students will read research about strategies necessary for success in teaching culturally and linguistically diverse students with diverse learning needs and strengths. Using data and research, students will develop inquiry-based curriculum activities addressing community-based issues relevant to New Orleans. The design of the activities is within the context of social studies and aligned to LA Standards.