Academic Catalog

SSE - Social Studies Education

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 Methods and Materials of Instruction in Secondary Social Studies Cr. 3

Foundations of social studies instruction and curriculum; methods of teaching in middle and senior high school, including the use of state standards in the design of instruction, teaching approaches for the various social studies disciplines, their interdisciplinary application, diversity and appreciation of other cultures. Offered Every Term.

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 New Perspectives in Social Studies Education Cr. 3

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

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

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