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This practical guide shows how and why in-service and pre-service teachers should use inquiry in their Social Studies lessons to develop students¿ critical thinking and decision-making skills. It provides a concrete framework for integrating inquiry in the classroom and provides evidence for its benefits for teaching and learning.
List of contents
Part 1; Introduction; 1: What is inquiry and why should we teach it?; 2: What does the research say about inquiry?; 3: How should we approach inquiry in the classroom?; 4: Pedagogical Content Knowledge: Content for teachers and students; Part II; Introduction; 5: Using Technology; 6: Integrating Literature; 7: Utilizing Civic Agency; 8: Using Primary Sources; 9: Evaluating Sources; 10: Focusing on Global Issues
About the author
Carolyn A. Weber is an associate professor at the University of Northern Iowa.
Heather N. Hagan is an associate professor at Coastal Carolina University.
Summary
This practical guide shows how and why in-service and pre-service teachers should use inquiry in their Social Studies lessons to develop students’ critical thinking and decision-making skills. It provides a concrete framework for integrating inquiry in the classroom and provides evidence for its benefits for teaching and learning.
