Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Summer 2024 - EDUC 414 E100

Designs for Learning: Secondary Social Studies (4)

Class Number: 4201

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    May 6 – Aug 2, 2024: Wed, 4:30–8:20 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:

This course is designed for teachers to expand their understanding of social studies education and its place as a subject in Canadian 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.

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

  • understand the underlying objectives of social studies education in Canadian high schools
  • become familiar with the British Columbia secondary social studies curriculum
  • explore possibilities for practice including teaching strategies and content delivery
  • establish and justify a personal vision of social studies
  • experience curriculum planning (lessons & units) for social studies classes
  • learning to work collaboratively and cooperatively with other professionals

Grading

  • Working Group Seminars 30%
  • Written Response 25%
  • Curriculum & Unit Plan Assignment 30%
  • Class Participation & Unit Plan Contribution 15%

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

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

https://tc2.ca/shop/learning-inquire-history-geography-social-studies-anthology-secondary-teachers-ebook-p-2220
ISBN: 978-1-9991413-3-2

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


Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

SFU’s Academic Integrity website 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