EDUC 578 - Secondary Subject Matter Methods II: Social Studies and Language Arts

Prerequisites, EDUC 577 and admission to the Teacher Credential and/or Master of Arts in Teaching program. This course prepares future secondary teachers in the methods of teaching social studies and language arts from an interdisciplinary framework to diverse student populations. The course engages students in thinking critically about the transformative potential of social studies and language arts that is grounded in students’ lives and that fosters learning via social action. This course focuses on the clinical practice of teaching in social studies and language arts. The course involves lesson study, lesson design (short and long-term interdisciplinary units), teaching practicum, and reflection. May be held with EDUC 518 - Secondary Subject Matter Methods II: Math and Science. Some sections may be offered in blended/hybrid format. Letter grade. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits