EDUC 318 - Social Studies: Integrated Learning Experiences

Credit Hours: 4

This course is designed to prepare the primary childhood education candidates to teach social studies to students in grades PK-5. Candidates are prepared to plan activities and teach skills appropriate for the diverse needs of their students. Attention is paid to becoming better citizens, exploring our global connections, both as individuals and learning communities. The course prepares candidates to plan and implement lessons, with appropriate assessments, that will stimulate students’ development of social studies concepts and skills and that are based on state and national standards. This course includes extensive field experience. (Offered fall/spring)
Prerequisite(s): Admittance into the Teacher Education Program.
Corequisite(s): EDUC 315, EDUC 316, and EDUC 317.