Reading

Reading Notes:

I am not going to put application on here, I figure we can do that part ourselves in our journals. Hope that's alright.

Chapter 1: 1. The purpose of social studies is to help students learn to make good decisions, informed decisions for the public good. 2. Time, continuity and change are important concepts which students can learn about through social studies. 3. Studying current events and issues can help students learn about each of the social studies themes. 4. Democratic skills can be fostered through the social studies. 5. Social studies should be taught in a way that is relevant and will help students gain insight into the world in which they live. 6. Social studies can be integrated into the other curriculum areas, such as reading and writing.

Chapter 2: 1. Knowing about your students' cultures is important when teaching social studies. 2. When teaching SS, we should teach with a variety of strategies in order to appeal to all learners. 3. Being culturally educated, aware, and sensitive is essential when teaching SS. 4. Learning about the children in your class can be a great springboard for SS learning, generating ideas for future lessons or activities.