CIEC 2300 Curriculum I: Social Studies Integration and Assessment

This course examines the thematic approach to curriculum development and integration through social studies concepts. The research on developmentally appropriate curriculum and authentic (performance based) assessment are presented and discussed. Students design integrated curriculum around social studies concepts and math and reading/language arts skills, connected to core curriculum standards. Students construct pre-K to grade 3 curriculum and performance-based assessment by utilizing children’s literature, divergent questions, conceptual themes, brain research, learning styles, and multiple intelligences.
Credits: 2.0