SOCS - Social Science Education

Course Descriptions

SOCS 5010 Social Studies for Secondary Schools (2-4)

This course is designed to assist participants in gaining an overview of significant social studies curricula being used at the secondary level. It also introduces students to the area of historiography, which enables them to understand specific ways students can grasp the historical process.

SOCS 5760 Middle School Curriculum and Instruction (3)

Students examine curricular and instructional strategies for the middle school. Interdisciplinary curricula, evaluation of instruction and learning, instructional technologies, and personalization of learning are discussed. Prerequisite: CMAT 5700.