ED 6095 - Literacy, Research, & Technology in Social Studies

Credits: 3

Description This course explores the curriculum and pedagogy in adolescence social studies from a critical literacy perspective. We will examine social studies curriculum and materials as part of broader social and political relations. Students will interpret and analyze textbooks, scholarly articles and books, newspapers and primary documents to understand both the structure of a text and the nature of “point of view.” Throughout the course, the interpretation and analysis of social studies materials will be applied to 7-12 classrooms with an aim toward facilitating equity and civic responsibility. Special emphasis will be given to multicultural and ethical issues as they apply to developing curriculum for equity and social justice. Includes a clinical experience of observation, teaching and lesson planning in a 7-12 classroom. This experience provides the opportunity to link content and pedagogy in a real-world setting. Fieldwork under supervision.

Prerequisites: Prerequisites for all courses: ED 6000, ED 6001, and appropriate discipline specific methodology course (ED 6082 ED 6086)