Course Description

- In this course, students will learn about achievement goals, teaching materials, material collection, learning methods and assessment methods of social studies/geography and history studies.
- This course aims to provide a foundation for students to answer the fundamental question of why you want to become a social studies teacher.
- In addition to lecture-format classes, the class will aim to achieve active learning engaging in dialogue with the students through activities such as fieldwork and discussions.
- This course is related to Diploma Policy 2 & 3.

Course Objectives

- Students acquire basic knowledge, concepts, and skills necessary to become a social studies teacher. (Knowledge, understanding, skills)
- Students acquire the basics of lesson design and practical skills necessary for teaching practice. (Knowledge, understanding, skills)

Grading Policy

- Reflection paper (indication of attendance and learning) 40%
- Participation and attitude in class (Q&A sessions, fieldwork, and discussion) 30%
- Report of teaching plan 30%
* Feedback on student's learning is given in the final class.

Textbook and Reference

Requirements(Assignments)

- Students should present their opinions clearly in class.
- A reflection paper will be distributed at the end of every class. Please summarise the class with a single kanji character and write the reason why you chose that kanji.
- Please cherish every hour of class, so that you can submit a draft lesson plan for a mock class in "Method of Geography and History Education II" in the winter semester.

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Schedule