Teaching Social Studies Grades 5-12 Major

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What can you expect from our teaching social studies grades 5-12 major?

Our social studies education program for grades 5-12 is designed to help you become an effective teacher. Our experienced faculty, who have taught at the middle and high school levels, bring valuable knowledge to your learning.

In our teaching social studies grades 5-12 major, you'll gain hands-on experience with 200 clinical hours before starting student teaching. This practical training will build the skills you need for success in the classroom. You'll take five courses on social studies teaching methods and a special course that addresses current challenges faced by social studies educators.

Our program provides a supportive, collaborative learning environment with mentored groups to aid your development. You'll also have opportunities to explore your interests through elective courses and engage in activities like team-teaching and volunteering with Michigan History Day. Our goal is to empower you to inspire and lead as a social studies teacher.

Why our teaching social studies grades 5-12 major?

As a student in our teaching social studies grades 5-12 major, you can:

• Take diverse courses: Study education, history, political science, geography, economics, and more.
• Get hands-on practice: Complete 200 hours of social studies experience before student teaching.
• Learn to handle tough topics: Take a special course on guiding challenging discussions with students.
• Make professional connections: Build friendships through mentored learning groups.
• Create fun lessons: Use new teaching methods like game-based learning.
• Work with experienced teachers: Learn from professors who have taught social studies in middle and high schools.