EDU 4100 - Integrated Methods of Teaching Social Studies and Literacy: K–6

3(3 + 0)

Prerequisite: RDG 3110, EDU 3640, EDU 3650; EDU 3660, or ENG 4650

This course overviews integrated methods, materials, and curricula currently in use in elementary social studies and literacy education. Social studies concepts and skills will be explored within the framework of age-appropriate context and methods. The course will emphasize decision-making skills to foster the integration of diverse literacy skills within social studies disciplines (history, geography, economics, civics). Teacher candidates will incorporate state and national standards, use technology, develop an integrated unit which will include appropriate assessment strategies to evaluate instruction and learning.Teacher candidates must take EDU 4105, a 55-hour field experience, and RDG 4000 concurrently with EDU 4100.