CEDUC 3410 Teaching Social Studies and Science from a Problem-Centered Approach
This course provides students with knowledge of the principles of curriculum and instruction needed to teach basic concepts in social studies and science. The course focuses on the ability to teach children in elementary grades through different modes as appropriate to the children's developmental stage, with special attention given to the influences of diversity in contemporary society and cultures. Priority will be given to models of inquiry-based instruction and critical thinking as they apply to both social studies and science. Prerequisite: CEDUC 2352 or CSPED 2354.