Teaching Social Studies Grades 5-9 Minor
Minor
Teaching social studies grades 5-9 minor at CMU
Our social studies education program helps you inspire students to think critically, become active global citizens, and appreciate how the world works. You’ll learn about different areas in social sciences while creating engaging lessons and practicing new teaching methods.
AT A GLANCE
What can you expect from our teaching social studies grades 5-9 minor?
Our social studies education program has teachers with real experience in middle and high schools. These teachers know their stuff and help you learn by mixing theory with real-world practice. You'll get hands-on experience in social studies classrooms, with 160 clinical hours before you start student teaching. These experiences help you build the skills you need to succeed in the classroom.
Our teaching social studies grades 5-9 curriculum includes four social studies methods courses. In these courses, you’ll do things like team-teaching and volunteer with Michigan History Day, which helps you learn more and gain useful experience.
As a teaching social studies grades 5-9 minor, you can also minor in English or Math. You can choose which grades you want to teach and be certified in both subjects. At CMU, our Social Studies education program is focused on helping you inspire, innovate, and lead in education.
Why our teaching social studies grades 5-9 minor?
As a student in our teaching social studies grades 5-9 minor, you can:
- Explore different subjects: Take courses in history, political science, geography, and economics.
- Get practical experience: Complete 160 hours of hands-on social studies practice before you start student teaching.
- Build professional relationships: Join mentored learning groups to make lasting connections.
- Learn from experienced teachers: Work with professors who have taught social studies in middle and high schools.
Career opportunities with a teaching social studies grades 5-9 minor
| Career | Projected Salary |
|---|---|
| Director of Instruction/Curriculum Specialist | $74,620 |
| Technical Writer | $80,050 |
| Historian | $72,890 |
| Curator/Museum Director | $57,120 |
| College Professor/Instructor | $84,380 |
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