Summer 2021 - EDUC 414 E100

Designs for Learning: Secondary Social Studies (4)

Class Number: 2388

Delivery Method: Remote

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, 5:30–9:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    EDUC 401/402 or corequisite EDUC 403.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Focuses on teaching secondary school social studies and addresses aspects of the theory and practice of social studies education. Students examine their own thinking about social studies education through critical reflection, work with the prescribed curriculum, and explore various ways to develop engaging learning experiences for young adults within a consistent framework using appropriate instructional materials and methods.

COURSE DETAILS:

During COVID-19, the course will be delivered in a synchronous format using zoom. Students are expected to have their cameras ON for the duration of class.



This course is designed for teachers to expand their understanding of social studies education and its place as a subject in secondary schools. Students will explore the foundational aspects of social studies, various strategies for teaching social studies, and curriculum implementation of this vast and complex subject. Recognizing there are many possibilities for how teachers can teach social studies, the importance of creating a personal vision and constructing a solid curriculum will be a major emphasis throughout the course. The course is divided into three distinct but overlapping sections:
  1. foundational aspects of social studies
    • What is social studies? Why do we teach it?
  2. teaching strategies
    • How do we teach social studies? What are the possibilities?
  3. curriculum design & implementation
    • How do we design a social studies curriculum?

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

  • understand the underlying objectives of social studies education in schools
  • learn about different teaching strategies for classroom practice
  • become familiar with the British Columbia secondary social studies curriculum
  • establish and justify a personal vision of social studies
  • experience curriculum planning including units/lessons for social studies - working collaboratively and cooperatively with other professionals

Grading

  • Group Facilitation Session 20%
  • Cumulative Reading Responses 25%
  • Lesson Plan Assignment 20%
  • Unit Plan Curriculum Assignment 25%
  • Class Participation 10%

NOTES:

Details for each assignment will be distributed at the beginning of the course. ALL assignments must be completed to receive a final grade for this class.

There is no final exam for this class.

COVID-19 has presented significant challenges for many students and instructors during the past year. To help alleviate zoom fatigue, the weekly remote classes will generally be shorter, but this will also require more individual reading outside of classes. Weekly classes involve lots of small group work, so in fairness to your group members it is pertinent that you attend and fully participate in class each week. For each class missed without an appropriate reason, 2% will be deducted from your overall mark. In cases where there is a valid reason to miss a class, marks will not be deducted but you will be required to do an additional written assignment. The additional assignment will be discussed on an individual basis.

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

Case, R., & Clark, P. (2020). Learning to Inquire in History, Geography, and Social Studies: An Anthology for Secondary Teachers.
ISBN: 9781999141332

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Ministry of Education, Social Studies Curriculum: https://curriculum.gov.bc.ca/

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating.  Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community.  Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

TEACHING AT SFU IN SUMMER 2021

Teaching at SFU in summer 2021 will be conducted primarily through remote methods, but we will continue to have in-person experiential activities for a selection of courses.  Such course components will be clearly identified at registration, as will course components that will be “live” (synchronous) vs. at your own pace (asynchronous). Enrollment acknowledges that remote study may entail different modes of learning, interaction with your instructor, and ways of getting feedback on your work than may be the case for in-person classes. To ensure you can access all course materials, we recommend you have access to a computer with a microphone and camera, and the internet. In some cases your instructor may use Zoom or other means requiring a camera and microphone to invigilate exams. If proctoring software will be used, this will be confirmed in the first week of class.

Students with hidden or visible disabilities who believe they may need class or exam accommodations, including in the current context of remote learning, are encouraged to register with the SFU Centre for Accessible Learning (caladmin@sfu.ca or 778-782-3112).