History-social Science Framework for California Public Schools, Kindergarten Through Grade Twelve
History-social Science Framework for California Public Schools, Kindergarten Through Grade Twelve

Author: California. State Board of Education

Publisher: Hippocrene Books

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 180

ISBN-13: 9780801112843

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This document is a revision of the California History-Social Science Curriculum first published in 1988. The framework represents an effort to strengthen education in the history-social science curriculum while building on the best practices contained in the previous document. The book addresses the goals of knowledge and cultural understanding through historical literacy, ethical literacy, cultural literacy, geographic literacy, economic literacy, and sociopolitical literacy. Goals of democratic understanding and civic values include: national identity; constitutional heritage; and civic values, rights, and responsibilities. Goals of skills attainment and social participation encompass participation skills, critical thinking skills, and basic study skills. Course descriptions for both U.S. history and world history courses are listed, along with the scopes and sequences for grades K-12. Seven appendices update the chronology in U.S. and world history to current times, address the importance and use of primary sources, suggest some local options for distributions of the units and topics in world history that support both coverage and selected in-depth studies, provide insights into career options that are possible in history and the social sciences, and present an essay for teacher background and student study that emphasizes the importance of citizen participation in a democratic society. (EH)

Cset Social Science (114, 115, 116)
Cset Social Science (114, 115, 116)

Author: Sharon A. Wynne

Publisher: Xamonline.com

Published: 2018-08-10

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781642390537

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Unlike other teacher certification test preparation material, our CSET Social Science study guide drills all the way down to the focus statement level, providing detailed examples of the range, type, and level of content that appear on the test. Completely aligned with current CSET exam, this book provides the support you need to study and pass the exam with confidence! This study guide includes one practice test to help you test your knowledge, understand how the exam is weighted, and identify skills and competencies you need to focus on. Our detailed answer explanations reference related skills in the book, allowing you to identify your strengths and weaknesses and interact with the content effectively. Maximize your study by prioritizing domains and skills you need to focus on the most to pass the exam. This study guide is perfect for college students, teachers, and career-changing professionals who want to teach Social Science in California.

Rethinking Social Studies Teacher Education in the Twenty-First Century
Rethinking Social Studies Teacher Education in the Twenty-First Century

Author: Alicia R. Crowe

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2019-03-27

Total Pages: 431

ISBN-13: 9783319794389

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In this volume teacher educators explicitly and implicitly share their visions for the purposes, experiences, and commitments necessary for social studies teacher preparation in the twenty-first century. It is divided into six sections where authors reconsider: 1) purposes, 2) course curricula, 3) collaboration with on-campus partners, 4) field experiences, 5) community connections, and 6) research and the political nature of social studies teacher education. The chapters within each section provide critical insights for social studies researchers, teacher educators, and teacher education programs. Whether readers begin to question what are we teaching social studies teachers for, who should we collaborate with to advance teacher learning, or how should we engage in the politics of teacher education, this volume leads us to consider what ideas, structures, and connections are most worthwhile for social studies teacher education in the twenty-first century to pursue.

Preparing Teachers
Preparing Teachers

Author: National Research Council

Publisher: National Academies Press

Published: 2010-07-25

Total Pages: 234

ISBN-13: 0309128056

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Teachers make a difference. The success of any plan for improving educational outcomes depends on the teachers who carry it out and thus on the abilities of those attracted to the field and their preparation. Yet there are many questions about how teachers are being prepared and how they ought to be prepared. Yet, teacher preparation is often treated as an afterthought in discussions of improving the public education system. Preparing Teachers addresses the issue of teacher preparation with specific attention to reading, mathematics, and science. The book evaluates the characteristics of the candidates who enter teacher preparation programs, the sorts of instruction and experiences teacher candidates receive in preparation programs, and the extent that the required instruction and experiences are consistent with converging scientific evidence. Preparing Teachers also identifies a need for a data collection model to provide valid and reliable information about the content knowledge, pedagogical competence, and effectiveness of graduates from the various kinds of teacher preparation programs. Federal and state policy makers need reliable, outcomes-based information to make sound decisions, and teacher educators need to know how best to contribute to the development of effective teachers. Clearer understanding of the content and character of effective teacher preparation is critical to improving it and to ensuring that the same critiques and questions are not being repeated 10 years from now.

CBEST Test Preparation
CBEST Test Preparation

Author: Test Prep Books

Publisher: Test Prep Books

Published: 2017-05

Total Pages: 172

ISBN-13: 9781628451535

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Test Prep Book's CBEST Test Preparation Study Questions 2018 & 2019: Three Full-Length CBEST Practice Tests for the California Basic Educational Skills Test Developed by Test Prep Books for test takers trying to achieve a passing score on the CBEST exam, this comprehensive study guide includes: -Quick Overview -Test-Taking Strategies -Introduction -CBEST Practice Test #1 -Answer Explanations #1 -CBEST Practice Test #2 -Answer Explanations #2 -CBEST Practice Test #3 -Answer Explanations #3 Disclaimer: CBEST(R) is a registered trademark of California Basic Educational Skills Test, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product. Each section of the test has a comprehensive review created by Test Prep Books that goes into detail to cover all of the content likely to appear on the CBEST test. The Test Prep Books CBEST practice test questions are each followed by detailed answer explanations. If you miss a question, it's important that you are able to understand the nature of your mistake and how to avoid making it again in the future. The answer explanations will help you to learn from your mistakes and overcome them. Understanding the latest test-taking strategies is essential to preparing you for what you will expect on the exam. A test taker has to not only understand the material that is being covered on the test, but also must be familiar with the strategies that are necessary to properly utilize the time provided and get through the test without making any avoidable errors. Test Prep Books has drilled down the top test-taking tips for you to know. Anyone planning to take this exam should take advantage of the CBEST test prep review material, practice test questions, and test-taking strategies contained in this Test Prep Books study guide.

Secrets to Success for Social Studies Teachers
Secrets to Success for Social Studies Teachers

Author: Ellen Kottler

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2015-11-24

Total Pages: 280

ISBN-13: 1510701052

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Using their proven formula for guiding novice, pre-service, and experienced teachers, the authors synthesize real-world insights and the most practical elements of pedagogy to provide a ready-to-use resource of best classroom practices. Based on the authors' experience as teacher educators and skilled social studies teachers, this text helps practitioners: • Make instruction meaningful • Develop literacy to build social studies skills • Incorporate district expectations and state standards • Create a community of learners • Collaborate with colleagues The authors provide easy-to-follow lists, tips, and sample forms and letters to help teachers organize their daily work and reduce stress.