TEACHING SOCIAL STUDIES IN THE PRIMARY GRADES

Social Science Defined

• Core Discipline of Social Science
• Importance of Social Science

The Social Studies Program in the K to 12 Curriculum

• Core Objectives
• Key Components
• Teaching Methods
• Assessment and Evaluation

Saklaw at Daloy ng Kurikulum sa Araling Panlipunan Baitang K-3

Profiling of Available Community Resources

• Objectives of Profiling Community Resources
• Types of Community Resources
• Benefits of Profiling Community Resources

Guiding Principles in Teaching Araling Panlipunan

• Principle 1: Learner-Centered Approach
• Principle 2: Contextualization and Localization
• Principle 3: Integration of Multiple Disciplines
• Principle 4: Development of Critical Thinking and Analytical Skills
• Principle 5: Promotion of Values and Citizenship
• Principle 6: Use of Diverse Teaching Strategies

Definition of Approach, Strategy, and Technique

• Approach
• Strategy
• Technique
• Relationship Between Approach, Strategy, and Technique

Approaches and Methods in Teaching Araling Panlipunan in the Primary Grades

• Approaches in Teaching AP
• Methods in Teaching AP

Evaluating Pupils' Achievement in Social Studies

• Objectives of Evaluation
• Methods of Evaluation

Authentic/Creative Assessment in Araling Panlipunan

• Traditional Assessment
• Portfolio Assessment
• Performance Tasks
• Scoring Rubrics

Planning for Effective Teaching in Social Studies (Araling Panlipunan 1-3)

• Kinds of Lesson Plans
• Format of a Lesson Plan
• Components of a Lesson Plan
• Assessment
• Reflection