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For courses in Social Studies Methods for Elementary School.

This major revision of a very popular text asks future teachers to look upon their pupils as “young social scientists”—and to engage their natural spirit of wonder by using subject matter to teach problem solving, critical thinking, and the skills of real-world inquiry. The text's sound research base informs without overwhelming; its wealth of examples and strategies never become just a “cookbook.” And, because no single instructional method can achieve all of the goals of elementary social studies curricula, this text proposes that it is good teaching—teaching that is flexible and varied—that will assist young “political scientists, historians, and geographers” to become informed, rational, and responsive citizens.

• NEW - Significant reorganization of coverage—Gathers material into “themed” units: children as young social scientists, general instructional considerations, and planning for instruction.

  • Organizes coverage as it “happens” in the classroom—takes future teachers from general concepts to specifics of instruction, and emphasizes the importance of their pupils' natural inquisitiveness.

• NEW - Increased attention to literature—Throughout the material—provides a wide range of suggestions for incorporating literature into every area of the social studies curriculum.

  • Gives students a strong foundation in “literature-based” instruction—helps them understand the rationale for using literature in social studies instruction, and how best to introduce it.

• NEW - Authentic Classroom Scenarios taken from actual classroom experiences—Start, and are interspersed throughout, each chapter.

  • Introduces students to the reality of social studies teaching—demonstrates ways in which successful teachers have used text recommendations in their own classrooms.

  • Provides embedded activities to illustrate how activities are incorporated into lessons.

• NEW - Fresh, updated visual aids—Photos, illustrations, graphs, figures, and tables throughout the material.

  • Reinforces concepts by presenting key information in graphically appealing ways.

• Chapter 10, Key Instructional Resources —Examines the wealth of possibilities for enrichment activities involving social studies.

  • Introduces future teachers to the idea of using field trips, videos, slides, computers, magazines, and such unexpected elements as dance, drama, and music to enhance social studies instruction.

• Afterword sections at the end of each chapter—Tie chapter elements together.

  • Helps students key-in on important chapter content and assess their understanding.

• Significant reorganization of coverage—Gathers material into “themed” units: children as young social scientists, general instructional considerations, and planning for instruction.

  • Organizes coverage as it “happens” in the classroom—takes future teachers from general concepts to specifics of instruction, and emphasizes the importance of their pupils' natural inquisitiveness.

• Increased attention to literature—Throughout the material—provides a wide range of suggestions for incorporating literature into every area of the social studies curriculum.

  • Gives students a strong foundation in “literature-based” instruction—helps them understand the rationale for using literature in social studies instruction, and how best to introduce it.

• Authentic Classroom Scenarios taken from actual classroom experiences—Start, and are interspersed throughout, each chapter.

  • Introduces students to the reality of social studies teaching—demonstrates ways in which successful teachers have used text recommendations in their own classrooms.

  • Provides embedded activities to illustrate how activities are incorporated into lessons.

• Fresh, updated visual aids—Photos, illustrations, graphs, figures, and tables throughout the material.

  • Reinforces concepts by presenting key information in graphically appealing ways.

 1. Dynamic Social Studies.


 2. Young Historians.


 3. Young Political Scientists.


 4. Young Geographers.


 5. Direct Instruction.


 6. Problem-Centered Learning.


 7. Cooperative Learning.


 8. Planning for Instruction.


 9. Literacy-Based Social Studies Instruction.


10. Key Instructional Resources.


11. Equal Opportunity for All.

Social Studies Methods (Elementary)  (Curriculum & Instruction)

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  Dynamic Social Studies for Constructivist Classrooms: Inspiring Tomorrow's Social Scientists, 9/E
  Maxim
  ©2010 | Allyn & Bacon | Paper; 480 pp | Instock
  ISBN-10: 0138132437 | ISBN-13: 9780138132439
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  The ninth edition of Dynamic Social Studies for the Constructivist Classroom continues its tradition of offering teachers creative ways to make their social studies lessons fun.   This comprehensive, practical text helps teachers breathe life into their social studies programs.  The author engages the reader and walks them through the establishment of a dynamic social studies classroom with its solid constructivist framework, active instructional strategies, powerful literacy-based techniques, and exemplary classroom scenarios.

  Constructivism is the most advocated approach for social studies instruction, and the most meaningful methodology for engaging students in their own learning.  Building on the fundamental principals of constructivism, this text provides the most comprehensive presentation of constructivist classroom applications in the field.

  The most practical of all social studies methods texts, this edition highlights fresh and creative strategies that build key social studies understandings, skills, and values.  The text is highly readable, offering a balance of sound theory and examples of stimulating classroom practice.  Readers will feel they are taking a virtual trip through model social studies classrooms and will come away with a clear vision of the most effective and creative way to teach social studies and to motivate elementary students to become social scientists. 

   

  NEW! Chapter 3 on Integrated Instruction–This brand new chapter helps teachers fulfill goals and standards for social studies instruction by incorporating content and skills from other subject areas.

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  Dynamic Social Studies for Constructivist Classrooms: Inspiring Tomorrow's Social Scientists (with MyEducationLab), 9/E
  Maxim
  ©2010 | Allyn & Bacon | Kit/Package/ShrinkWrap; 480 pp | Instock (Additional assembly time required)
  ISBN-10: 0136101283 | ISBN-13: 9780136101284
  Brief Description | Buy from myPearsonStore

  

  The ninth edition of Dynamic Social Studies for the Constructivist Classroom continues its tradition of offering teachers creative ways to make their social studies lessons fun.   This comprehensive, practical text helps teachers breathe life into their social studies programs.  The author engages the reader and walks them through the establishment of a dynamic social studies classroom with its solid constructivist framework, active instructional strategies, powerful literacy-based techniques, and exemplary classroom scenarios.

  Constructivism is the most advocated approach for social studies instruction, and the most meaningful methodology for engaging students in their own learning.  Building on the fundamental principals of constructivism, this text provides the most comprehensive presentation of constructivist classroom applications in the field.

  The most practical of all social studies methods texts, this edition highlights fresh and creative strategies that build key social studies understandings, skills, and values.  The text is highly readable, offering a balance of sound theory and examples of stimulating classroom practice.  Readers will feel they are taking a virtual trip through model social studies classrooms and will come away with a clear vision of the most effective and creative way to teach social studies and to motivate elementary students to become social scientists. 

   

  NEW! Chapter 3 on Integrated Instruction—This brand new chapter helps teachers fulfill goals and standards for social studies instruction by incorporating content and skills from other subject areas.

Instructor's Manual, 7/E
Maxim
©2003 | Allyn & Bacon | Paper; 64 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0130395714 | ISBN-13: 9780130395719

Allyn & Bacon Digital Media Archive CD-ROM for Education, 2001 Edition
Allyn & Bacon
©2001 | Allyn & Bacon | CD-ROM Only | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205319602 | ISBN-13: 9780205319602
URL:  http://www.ablongman.com/dma

Classroom Management Video
Bateman & Herrell
©2015 | Allyn & Bacon | Video | Estimated Availability : 08/31/2014
ISBN-10: 0130840491 | ISBN-13: 9780130840493

CourseCompass (5.0) Instructor Quick Start Guide
Allyn & Bacon & Longman
©2007 | Allyn & Bacon | Paper | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205531709 | ISBN-13: 9780205531707

Models for Teaching Elementary Social Studies Video
Parker
©2001 | Allyn & Bacon | Video | Out of Stock
ISBN-10: 0130289507 | ISBN-13: 9780130289506

Responding to Hate at School: A Guide for Teachers, Counselors, and Administrators
Southern Poverty Law Center
©2001 | Allyn & Bacon | Paper | Instock
ISBN-10: 0130284580 | ISBN-13: 9780130284587

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