Elementary Social Studies Methods and Content (315-0-20)

Instructors

Jeannie Kim

Meeting Info

Kresge Centennial Hall 2-425: Thurs 6:00PM - 8:50PM

Overview of class

This course prepares preservice teachers to teach social studies in the elementary grades. Inquiry
is a grounding principle that will be explored in the context of social studies planning.
Candidates will examine interdisciplinary planning and shared pedagogy, and methodologies for
social studies. Some class sessions, readings, or experiences will focus on either science or social
studies in contrast with some of the cross-curricular approaches. The broad range of social
science content will be addressed, including history, geography, culture, economics and
citizenship, with connections to Illinois, the United States and the world. Candidates will work
with and examine Common Core Standards and Illinois State Standards.

Please note that registration is open only to TEACH_ED students and students pursuing the Accelerated Master of Science in Education and Social Policy. If you are one of these students, please contact your teacher licensure pathway advisor for information on when to take this course.