DCE2232 SOCIAL STUDIES IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
Class
To introduce students to basic concepts of learning process in young children
Here is the class outline:
Course InformationThis course discusses on development of children in stages based on the basic theories of children’s development and learning. In addition, it exposes students to the children’s learning process according to their ages. Students would be able to choose effective and practical educational approaches by comprehending relationship between development of children and their stages of learning. Both theoretical and practical approaches are involved. 1 section
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Welcoming notesWelcome every to this class. Hope we could have fun learning this subject. 1 section
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Assignment
Aug 5
This section will explain to you on your assignment attached together is the rubric for each assessment. 4 sections
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Chapter 1: Introduction to Social Studies
Jul 20
CLO1 :Describe the key concepts of social studies in Early childhood Education This chapter introduce students about social studies. Some of the points that will be included or discussed in this chapter are; "1. INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL STUDIES 1.1 Understanding the concept of social studies concept and young children. 1.1.1 Geography 1.1.2 Economics 1.1.3 History 1.1.4 Political Governance 1.1.5 Civics and citizenship " 4 sections
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Chapter 2: Planning Social Studies Activities with Young Children
Jul 27
CLO1 :Describe the key concepts of social studies in Early childhood Education This chapter explain on how to plan and teach students on social studies. The topics or elements that will be discussed in this chapter are; "2. PLANNING SOCIAL STUDIES ACTIVITIES WITH YOUNG CHILDREN 2.1.1 Geography 2.1.2 Economics 2.1.3 History 2.1.4 Political Governance 2.1.5 Civics and citizenship " 5 sections
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Chapter 3. Using age appropriate methods and strategies for teaching history to young children youngCLO2 :Explain the planning social studies activities in young children This chapter explains on the suitable age and methods for student to use in teaching history to young children based. Some of the topics discussed in this chapter are; "3.USING AGE APPROPRIATE METHODS AND STRATEGIES FOR TEACHING HISTORY TO YOUNG CHILDREN 3.1 Teaching children to understand history 3.2 Teaching strategies " 5 sections
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Chapter 4: PRACTICING CIVIC, GOVERMENT, AND CITIZIENSHIP IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATIONCLO2 :Explain the planning social studies activities in young children This section explains to you on how to create future generations on to become a good citizens for the society and country. Some of the points that will be discussed in this chapter are; 4. PRACTICING CIVIC, GOVERMENT, AND CITIZIENSHIP IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION - Becoming a good citizen - Valuing diversity - Learning about community roles - Fostering a sense of social responsibility - Teaching children about citizenship and civic 3 sections
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Chapter 5: Assessment in Social StudiesCLO3 :Practice appropriate methods and strategies for social studies in young children This section explain to you on the types of assessment that you can use to assess your student in social studies class. Some of the topics discussed in this chapter are; 5.ASSESSMENT IN SOCIAL STUDIES - What is childhood assessment? - Why is assessment is important? - What are different types of child assessment methods? 3 sections
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Class Activity: Article readingPlease read and answer the questions for this class activity. Student need to present/ submit the task in class. 1 section
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