EDU 362 - Secondary/Middle Social Studies Methods

The primary goal of this course is to introduce each student to a variety of issues related to middle and secondary school social studies and multicultural education. Issues include censorship; academic freedom; and the place of history, geography, economics, political science, anthropology, psychology, and sociology in the curriculum. Each student will develop his/her own perspective on these issues, especially as they relate to forming a personal philosophy of social studies education and selecting instructional methods and curricular materials. Course Typically Offered: Fall only.

Prerequisite(s): Candidacy in Education or permission of the instructor, Junior or Senior standing.

Credits: 4