SSE 5720 Social Studies Disciplines for Elementary Teachers I Cr. 3

Students explore the content knowledge and major concepts of American History, Michigan Studies, and Geography to help prepare PK-6 learners to make informed decisions as citizens of a culturally diverse, democratic society and interdependent world. Offered Every Term.

SSE 5800 Introduction to Social Studies Education Cr. 1

Introduction to Social Studies Education is designed to prepare middle childhood and secondary social studies candidates to make decisions about curriculum, instruction, and assessment according to an understanding of the unique nature and needs of adolescents. This includes understanding the role of SES, race, and culture in the classroom. Students will apply theories and concepts related to the cognitive, social, emotional, and cultural characteristics of adolescents throughout coursework as they begin to envision who they are becoming as social studies educators. Offered Fall.

Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to Undergraduate level students.

SSE 6710 Secondary Social Studies Methods I Cr. 3

This course focuses on the foundations of social studies instruction and curriculum. Students are exposed to methods of teaching in middle and senior high school, including the use of state standards in the design of instruction and teaching approaches in the various social studies disciplines. Interdisciplinary application, diversity, and appreciation of other cultures will also be explored throughout the social sciences as well. Offered Winter.

Corequisite: TED 6620

Restriction(s): Enrollment limited to students in the College of Education.

SSE 6720 Social Studies Disciplines for Elementary Teachers II Cr. 3

Students explore the content knowledge and major concepts of Political Science (Civics and Government) and Economics to help prepare PK-6 learners to make informed decisions as citizens of a culturally diverse, democratic society and interdependent world. Offered Fall.

SSE 6730 Secondary Social Studies Methods II Cr. 3

Development of curricular lesson plans, unit plans, and other teaching strategies utilizing current approaches in social studies education. Offered Fall.

Prerequisite: SSE 6710

Corequisite: TED 5600

Restriction(s): Enrollment limited to students in the College of Education.