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EED 465 Topic 2 Discussion Question 1 Choose one instructional strategy from your readings and describe it in your own words. How could it be used with social studies curriculum? Give two examples. EED 465 Topic 2 Discussion Question 2 What are some other resources a teacher can use besides the textbook to teach social studies? Which resources do you like the best? Why? EED 465 Week 2 Assignment Textbook Analysis Essay Details: Locate a social studies textbook used in a classroom today. Analyze its contents in the following areas: 1. Topics covered in comparison to the definition of social studies; 2. Authentic activities beyond simply reading the chapters and answering the questions; 3. Integration of other subject areas (art, writing, math); 4. Assessments, both formal and authentic; and 5. Opportunities for content reading strategies and comprehension (reciprocal teaching, vocabulary, photos with captions, headings, etc.) Write an essay of 750-1,000 words with your findings and suggestions for making the text accessible to all learners, including English language learners, special education students, and struggling readers. Use the GCU Library to research a minimum of 4-5 peer-reviewed articles that can be used in support of your content. Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required. This assignment uses a rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion. You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center. EED 465 Topic 3 Discussion Question 1 What do you think of elementary school social studies texts being used in today’s classrooms? Have they improved since you were a child? How have they changed? What sort of supplemental materials make a difference? EED 465 Topic 3 Discussion Question 2 Reflect on any authentic learning experiences such as field trips, mock trials, artifacts, genealogies, or historical reenactments from your own social studies learning. Which of these were used effectively? How did these experiences better facilitate your learning? EED 465 Week 3 Assignment Comparison Matrix and Essay Details: Using a matrix or chart, compare and contrast the pros and cons of the following: 1. Integrated social studies learning; 2. Textbook social studies learning; 3. Commercially purchased social studies learning; and 4. Teacher-prepared social studies learning. In an essay of 750-1,000 words, reflect on your findings and the implications for curriculum design and social studies instruction in meeting today’s standards. Use the GCU Library to research a minimum of 4-5 peer-reviewed articles that can be used in support of your content. Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required. This assignment uses a rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion. You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Submit both the chart and the essay to your instructor in LoudCloud as one file by the end of this topic. EED 465 Topic 4 Discussion Question 1
What are some cultural groups that may be represented in your future classroom? How will you support a policy of tolerance toward all cultures in the classroom? EED 465 Topic 4 Discussion Question 2 What are some instructional strategies or activities that would promote a civic education? EED 465 Week 5 Assignment Collaborative Learning Community: Cultural Mosaic and Essay Details: This is a CLC assignment. In assigned CLCs, each member should choose a culture to research and inform the group members of their choice. Each individual will research information about that culture, including social perspectives that affect local and global issues. Discuss in 750-1,000 words how you would build global awareness and understanding and integrate diverse social and cultural perspectives to create novel approaches to solving problems. Use the GCU Library and/or academic websites to research a minimum of four articles/books about the culture. As a group, develop a chart that breaks down components of each culture and compares them side-by-side. Combine the information from each group member and the chart into one project. Among the group members, discuss implications for teachers and social studies instruction. Use these discussions to synthesize the individual components into one essay for the group. Be sure to attach the cultural summaries from each group member to the assignment. Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required. This assignment uses a rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion. The assignment needs to be compiled by one member of the group with the title page identifying all group members. You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Submit both the chart and the group essay to your instructor in LoudCloud as one file by the end of this topic. EED 465 Topic 5 Discussion Question 1 Why is children’s literature a key component in social studies reading instruction? Create a list of at least five children’s books that would be beneficial in teaching some of the social studies topics discussed in this course. Include the author, title, and your personal comments regarding why these books would be helpful. EED 465 Topic 5 Discussion Question 2 What are some effective ways to teach academic language in social studies? Why is it important to teach students important vocabulary prior to studying a concept? EED 465 Week 5 Assignment Lesson Plan and Essay Details: Choose a grade level and social studies topic with supporting standards and plan a lesson to present in the classroom. Include grade-level appropriate activities that encourage active student engagement. Address the following in your lesson plan: 1. Multiple intelligences 2. Authentic literature 3. Depth of Knowledge 4. Assessment of objective- Use three formative assessments during the lesson and one summative assessment at the end. Teach your social studies lesson to a classroom of students. In an essay of 1,000-1,250 words, reflect on the lesson and content. Cite at least four references from educational journals and academic websites to support your teaching strategies. Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required. This assignment uses a rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion. You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin.
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