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 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.

Corequisite: TED 6670

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