One of our first assignments this week was to read Chapter 1 of "Visualizing Elementary Social Studies Methods" and to write a description of what Social Studies is.
In the textbook Social Studies is defined as the integrated study of the social sciences and humanities to promote civic competence. In an explanation that is a bit more easier to understand...
Social Studies focuses on teaching children about their world so they can establish their own views about society and culture. Learning about their own and different cultures gives children a well-rounded view of the world. Social studies is also the study of people. Social studies should help children acquire knowledge, master the processes of learning, and become active citizens.
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