1st Edition
Integrating Inquiry in Social Studies Classrooms
184 Pages
33 B/W Illustrations
by
Eye On Education
184 Pages
33 B/W Illustrations
by
Eye On Education
184 Pages
33 B/W Illustrations
by
Eye On Education
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This practical guide shows how and why in-service and pre-service teachers should use inquiry in their social studies lessons to develop students’ critical thinking and decision-making skills. Supported by literature and research, it provides a concrete framework for integrating inquiry in the classroom, which outlines the pedagogical practice of inquiry and provides evidence for its benefits for... Read more
Part 1; Introduction; 1: What is inquiry and why should we teach it?; 2: What does the research say about inquiry?; 3: How should we approach inquiry in the classroom?; 4: Pedagogical Content Knowledge: Content for teachers and students; Part II; Introduction; 5: Using Technology; 6: Integrating Literature; 7: Utilizing Civic Agency; 8: Using Primary Sources; 9: Evaluating Sources; 10: Focusing on Global Issues
Biography
Carolyn A. Weber is an associate professor at the University of Northern Iowa.
Heather N. Hagan is an associate professor at Coastal Carolina University.
