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Foundation OF Social Studies

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FOUNDATION OF SOCIAL STUDIES economics, political science, sociology,

history, geography etc.
 The United States of America appeared to be
the “mother” county of Social Studies, Obebe SOCIAL STUDIES
(1990), opined that Social Studies first appeared 1. history
as a curriculum of the educational system of 2. geography
USA. 3. archaeology
o Originally, a committee on Social 4. religion
Studies set up in USA in 1936 defined 5. politics
social studies as those whose 6. philosophy
subject matter relate directly in the 7. economics
organization and development of 8. sociology
human society and to man as a 9. anthropology
member of social group. 10. psychology
o This definition formed the basis for
subsequent definition. Social Studies and Social Science
o Social studies do not have a universally  Social studies and social sciences are
accepted definition as different authors generally related for they share common
and writers defined it in varied ways. content.
 Some countries referred to social studies as  Social sciences are the parent disciplines of
citizenship education, others call it cultural the social studies (Ogundare, 2000). The root
education, environmental education or of social studies has its foundation in the
population education. content of social sciences.
 CITIZEN EDUCATION – gives people the  The center of focus of social studies and social
knowledge and skills to understand, challenge sciences is man relationship to man and his
and engage with the main pillars of the society. environment.
 CULTURAL EDUCATION –generally refers to  Social studies is the integrated study and a
the beliefs, perceptions, relationships, attitudes, curriculum vehicle of Social Science and
and written and unwritten rules shape and humanities to promote effective citizenry.
influence every aspect of how a society  Social science is the field of sciences
functions. concerned with the systematic studies of the
 POPULATION EDUCATION –is important in social life of human groups and individuals
countries that are in danger of overpopulation including, economics, geography, history,
because it informs students on population trends political science, psychology, social studies,
and aims to promote having smaller families. and sociology.
Educating students on population dynamics was  Social Science emphasized the application of
introduced in many Asian countries during the scientific methods (qualitative and quantitative
1970s. methods) and rigorous standards of evidence
 ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION – is a process to the study of the humanity and social world.
that allows individuals to explore environmental
issues, engage in problem solving, and take HISTORY
action to improve the environment.
 History – what happened in the past
 Due to the fact that social studies is culture
 Chronology – time order in which events take
bound and culture is not static, the definition of
place in history
social studies continues to be modified every
 Oral history – a story told aloud by a person
year. It is a dynamic process.
who did not write down wht happened
Concept clarification about SOCIAL STUDIES  Perspectives – different points of view
 Historical empathy – the ability to understand
 Social Studies is not a subject out of the blue people of the past in their own frame of
or in isolation. reference
 Social Studies is an integration of many of the
subjects of the social sciences, arts and GEOGRAPHY
sciences.
the study of all the physical features of earth surface,
 Some scholars argue that Social Studies is
including its climate and the distribution of plant,
another form of history, geography, economics
animal, and human life
or combination of them.
 However, Ogunsanya (1984) clarified that FIVE THEMES OF GEOGRAPHY
social studies is a synthesis rather than a
mixture of relevant component subjects: 1. Location
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2. Human-Environment Interactions 2. Skills: acquiring basic skills as listening,

3. Place speaking, reading and writing, skills of
4. Regions observation, data-collection, analysis and
5. Movement inference, which are essential to the forming of
sound judgment.
CULTURE AND SOCIETY
3. Attitudes and values: development of
Tangible and non-tangible traditions of a group of positive attitudes of togetherness and
people including their beliefs/values, and behaviors. cooperation, the inculcation of values of
honesty, hardwork, fairness and justice.
Examples: Clothing, type of music, ways of
greeting someone Relationship of Social Studies with other
subjects in the School Curriculum of SOCIAL
 Culture – ways of acting, speaking, and STUDIES
believing
 Society – human group  Social studies experiences and outcomes
 Heritage – the wealth of ideas that have been encourage links with other areas of learning to
passed down through their history provide learners with a deeper, more enjoyable
and active experience.
SOCIOLOGY  Social Studies will identify opportunities to
The study of the origin, development, and develop and reinforce social studies
structure of human societies and the behavior knowledge and skills both, within their own
of individual people and groups in society. teaching activities and through working with
their colleagues to plan interdisciplinary
POLITICAL SCIENCE studies and a coherent approach to the
development of literacy, numeracy, citizenship,
is the study of social arrangement to maintain
creativity, enterprise and sustainability.
peace and order within a society. State,
Politics, Law, Ideology are components of
Political Science.
HOW TO BECOME A SOCIAL
STUDIES TEACHER
ECONOMICS
analyzes the production, distribution, and ROLE OF SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER
consumption of goods and services. The teacher in any educational process occupies
PHILOSOPHICAL BACKGROUND OF SOCIAL a key position. He is the key to success and
STUDIES failure of entire educational process. Educational
aims at developing desired behaviors among the
 Why do we search for knowledge in Social students this aim is achieved by teacher’s human
Studies? touch and effective interaction with the students.
Social Studies was introduced as a separate subject What does a social studies teacher do?
in schools because of certain philosophical
consideration. A social studies teacher leads lessons on history,
geography, sociology and political science for
1. The inculcation of national consciousness and elementary and middle school students. In
national unity. addition to giving lectures, they're also
2. The inculcation of the right type of values and responsible for:
attitudes for the survival of individuals and the
society.  Planning lessons based on school and
3. The development of democratic society state scholastic requirements
necessary for a child to develop national  Reviewing textbook material with students
consciousness and unity.  Assigning homework, research papers and
4. Educational should be more functional and special projects
relevant to the needs of both the individual and  Writing and proctoring quizzes and exams
the society
Skills for a social studies teacher
Purpose/Goals of Social Studies
The following are vital skills needed to succeed as a
 The objectives of Social Studies can be
social studies teacher:
grouped into three broad categories:
1. Knowledge: implies understanding the social 1. Public speaking
and physical environment, acquiring basic
2. Organization
facts and information about our environment.
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3. Time management 1. Earn a bachelor's degree - Most

4. Storytelling employers require these teachers to have
a four-year bachelor's degree in a social
5. Writing studies discipline or education with social
6. Communication studies focus.
7. Collaboration During this program, you take courses in
history, geography, anthropology, political
Work environment for a social studies teacher science and other related subjects. If you
choose to earn an education degree, you
 Social studies teachers typically work in
also take courses in pedagogy, issues in
elementary schools or middle schools,
education, child psychology and classroom
though some may work in high schools
techniques.
teaching specific social studies disciplines,
2. Complete classroom training - During
like history. Social studies teachers may
your bachelor's degree program, you also
also teach at the collegiate level, leading
complete a certain number of classroom
courses in specific social studies
observation hours.
disciplines, like history, geography or
3. Serve as a student teacher
political science.
4. Gain a teaching license
They complete most of their work at school in the 5. Consider earning a master's degree - If
classroom, though they may take assignments you want to teach at a university or
and tests home to grade. Some social studies college, you typically need at least a
teachers may teach classes remotely, and they master's degree in a social studies
may do so from a home office or from a school discipline. However, most social studies
office building. Those who accompany students professor roles require a Ph.D. Some fields
you might consider an advanced degree in
on field trips may travel along with them
include history, sociology, anthropology,
SPECIAL QUALITIES OF SOCIAL philosophy and religion.
STUDIES TEACHER THE MAGNA CARTA FOR PUBLIC
He should have an open mind towards other cultures SCHOOL TEACHERS
of the world. He should have interest and knowledge
in the subject. He should also like his profession. REPUBLIC ACT No. 4670 June 18, 1966
Other qualities which are important for the Social
Studied teachers are as follows: I. DECLARATION OF POLICY
 Art of developing human relations. COVERAGE
 In depth knowledge of the subject.
Section 1. Declaration of Policy.
 Should know to apply the knowledge of the
subject in real life? Act to promote and improve the social and
 A teacher who is well informed and the one economic status of public school teachers, their
who keeps himself up to date with the current living and working conditions, their terms of
events, affairs and happenings.
employment and career prospects in order that
 A teacher should be a good communicator.
they may compare favorably with existing
 He should be a widely traveled person.
 He should be a resourceful and creative opportunities in other walks of life,
person, and full of new ideas.
 Well experienced person with exposure is
various cultures, traditions, tradition, customs, Section 2. Title Definition.
and different countries.
 He should be interested in traveling, should the term "teacher" shall mean all persons
have interest in other, cultures. engaged in classroom teaching, in any level of
 She should have high moral standards. instruction, on full-time basis, including guidance
 He should be skilled to use technology. counselors, school librarians, industrial arts or
vocational instructors, and all other persons
How to become a social studies teacher performing supervisory and/or administrative
Follow these steps to become a social studies functions in all schools, colleges and universities
teacher: operated by the Government or its political
subdivisions; but shall not include school nurses,
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school physicians, school dentists, and other VII. ADMINISTRATION AND

school employees. ENFORCEMENT
II. RECRUITMENT AND CAREER Section 30. Rules and Regulations.
Section 3. Recruitment and Qualification. Section 31. Budgetary Estimates.
Section 4. Probationary Period Section 32. Penal Provision.
Section 5. Tenure of Office. Section 33. Repealing Clause.
Section 6. Consent for Transfer Transportation Section 34. Separability Clause
Expenses.
Section 35. This Act shall take effect upon its
Section 7. Code of Professional Conduct for approval.
Teachers.
Approved: June 18, 1966
Section 8. Safeguards in Disciplinary Procedure
Section 9. Administrative Charges.
FOUNDATIONS OF CURRICULUM
Section 10. No Discrimination.
1. Social Foundation
Section 11. Married Teachers 2. Historical Foundation
Section 12. Academic Freedom 3. Psychological Foundation
4. Philosophical Foundation
III. HOURS OF WORK AND REMUNERATION
PHILOSOPHIES OF EDUCATION
Section 13. Teaching Hours.
1. PERENNIALISM
Section 14. Additional Compensation 2. ESSENTIALISM
3. PROGRESSIVISM
Section 15. Criteria for Salaries
4. RECONSTRUCTIONISM
Section 16. Salary Scale
Section 17. Equality in Salary Scales.
Section 18. Cost of Living Allowance
Section 19. Special Hardship Allowances
Section 20. Salaries to be Paid in Legal Tender.
Section 21. Deductions Prohibited
Section 22. Medical Examination and Treatment.
Section 23. Compensation For Injuries.

V. LEAVE AND RETIREMENT BENEFITS

Section 24. Study Leave

Section 25. Indefinite Leave
Section 26. Salary Increase upon Retirement

VI. TEACHER'S ORGANIZATION

Section 27. Freedom to Organize.
Section 28. Discrimination Against Teachers
Prohibited.
Section 29. National Teacher's Organizations.
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