Middle School Education Social Studies - Glenville State College

Middle School Education Social Studies from Glenville State College is a Campus Bachelor Teaching degree that prepares you for a Education career. Mission Statement The Division of Social Sciences is committed to educating students to be thoughtful, productive, engaged, and responsible citizens. The Division operates to instill in its graduates an ability to think critically and to use the Social Sciences to improve the human condition. The Bachelor of Arts Degree in Education with a specialization in Social Studies (5-9) is designed to prepare teacher candidates to teach social studies in grades five through nine. Goals A graduate of the is program will be: Qualified to attain certification in social studies for grades five through nine while meeting the West Virginia Department of Education content standard objectives. Able to attain licensure in the many states with which West Virginia has reciprocity. Able to enter and success in graduate school while pursuing an advanced degree. Objectives A graduate of this program will have: 1. A multidisciplinary understanding of the American experience and its place within a complex global society. 2. An understanding of the American and international political and governmental processes that typify the modern world and contribute to its stability and capability for self-government. 3. Specialized historical knowledge of the American experience. 4. An understanding of the political, social, economic, and cultural institutions that have shaped past and present civilizations. 5. A basic understanding of those economic and political processes at local, regional, national, and international scales that influence the policy decision-making process vital to every member of the global community. 6. An understanding of how and why social forces influence various groups and organizations and shape the character of the individual. 7. Ability to apply a variety of sound teaching strategies that will enhance the effectiveness of learning in the classroom. 8. An understanding of individual differences and ways to foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills in children. View more details on Glenville State College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Teaching courses.