Social Studies for Secondary Schools: Teaching to Learn, Learning to Teach

by Alan J. Singer

Overview

Intended for the aspiring social studies teacher, this guide integrates educational theory with practical advice on curricula, lessons, projects, activities, and the like. The social significance of social studies education—content and pedagogy—is emphasized throughout. Annotation ©2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781138015722
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	10/10/2014
Edition description:	Revised
Pages:	282
Product dimensions:	8.25(w) x 11.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

Alan J. Singer is Professor of Secondary Education and coordinator of Social Studies Education in the Department of Teaching, Literacy and Leadership, Hofstra University, USA.

Table of Contents

Brief Contents

Preface
Acknowledgments
Chapter 1. Who Am I?
I. Thinking about Social Studies
Chapter 2. Why Study History?
Chapter 3. What Is Social Studies?
Chapter 4. What Are Our Goals?
Chapter 5. Is Social Studies Teaching “Political”?
Chapter 6. How Do You Plan a Social Studies Curriculum?
II. Preparing to Teach Social Studies
Chapter 7. How Do You Plan a Social Studies Unit?
Chapter 8. How Do You Plan a Social Studies Lesson?
Chapter 9. What Are the Building Blocks of an Activity-Based Lesson?
III. Implementing Your Ideas
Chapter 10. How Can Social Studies Teachers Plan Controversy-Centered, Thematic, and
Chapter 11. What Is a Project Approach to Social Studies?
Chapter 12. How Should Teachers Assess Student Learning and Our Own Practice?
Chapter 13. What Resources Exist for Social Studies Classrooms and Teachers?