ELM-351_ Topic 6 Discussion Question 1 and Discussion Question 2
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Discussion Question 1
Even in classes with a somewhat similar student body, instructors can still use child encounters, cultures, and communities as teaching tools in social studies and the arts. Using culturally sensitive teaching methods is one approach. As a way of getting acquainted with the children better, this would involve doing interviews with children, discussing current events, offering new ideas, having guest lecturers, and implementing learning stations. Children are naturally curious about the world around them. Studies have shown that children are more likely to work hard when they see a link connecting what they learn in the classroom and their everyday lives (Brophy, J., Alleman, J. & Halvorsen A, 2018). Instructors ought to think about the best ways to carefully build relationships with the communities that the children reside in, for
example. One way to do this would be to have a neighborhood culture gathering where students and community members may come to exchange their stories and cultural items, such cuisine. Children may be educated to other viewpoints through this that they would not have otherwise encountered.
Reference
Brophy, J., Alleman, J., & Halvorsen, A. (2018). Powerful social studies for elementary students (4th ed.). Boston, MA: Cengage Learning. ISBN-13: 9781305960541
Discussion Question 2
Through storytelling, children can gain knowledge about cultural diversity and democratic principles. Storytelling captivates children and sparks their interest in the past and present alike. They help children understand that social studies is an exploration of individuals
and their lives rather than merely a list of facts they have to memorize for the class (Brophy et al,
2018). Children might look at how people from other cultures celebrate holidays and interact with one another, for instance. Children can also write or perform a play according to the lessons
they discover via narrative. As a consequence, while participating in the class, children learn. One example of a social studies standard that could be tied with story telling is NY.1a The study of historical events, folklore, and popular historical figures and identify the significance of the event or person. The teacher might invite guest speakers to discuss about the historical person or the events that occurred or the folklore about the different cultures. Instructors might look for videos that address these subjects as well. After then, the instructor might encourage the class to pay attention as children share personal anecdotes about their holidays and memories.
Reference
Brophy, J., Alleman, J., & Halvorsen, A. (2018). Powerful social studies for elementary students (4th ed.). Boston, MA: Cengage Learning. ISBN-13: 9781305960541
https://www.nysed.gov/sites/default/files/programs/curriculum-instruction/ss-framework-k-
8a2.pdf
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