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What is the primary focus of social studies, according to Frost and Rowland?
What is the ultimate goal of social studies, according to the National Council for Social Studies?
What distinguishes social studies from social science?
What is the primary purpose of social science?
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Which of the following is NOT a branch of social science?
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What is the primary focus of social studies, as opposed to social science?
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Why is it important to study social sciences?
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What is the relationship between social studies and social science?
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What is the primary distinction between social studies and social science?
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Why do we teach social sciences?
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Study Notes
Definition of Social Studies
- Social Studies is the study of human relationships, including human to human, human to institutions, human to physical environment, and human to value systems.
- It equips the youth with tools necessary to solve personal and community-related problems.
NCSS Definition
- Social Studies is an integrated study of social sciences and humanities to promote civic competence and help young people develop the ability to make informed and reasoned decisions as citizens of culturally diverse, democratic societies in an interdependent world.
Characteristics of Social Studies
- Social Studies is more interdisciplinary, more concerned with skills development, and more normative compared to other social subjects.
Social Science vs Social Studies
- Social Science is the science of society, utilizing the gathering of data and analysis of data (applying scientific method).
- Social Studies normally deals with the observation of society, using the products of information gathered through social science.
Branches of Social Science
- Anthropology
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Sociology
- History
- Geography
- Economics
Importance of Social Studies
- To understand people and society
- To understand change and how the society we live in came to be
- To understand the importance of history in our own lives
Why Teach Social Sciences?
- To become responsible citizens
- To develop essential skills: Critical thinking, questioning, making connections, adapting to new situations
- To succeed in the world of work
Generations
- The Lost Generation (1890-1909, 115+ years old)
- The Greatest Generation (1910-1924, 100-114 years old)
- The Silent Generation (1925-1945, 79-99 years old)
- Baby Boomer (1946-1964, 60-78 years old)
- Generation X (1965-1980, 44-59 years old)
- Millennials/Generation Y (1981-1996, 28-43 years old)
- Gen Z (1997-2012, 12-27 years old)
- Gen Alpha (2013-Present, 0-11 years old)
Additional Notes
- In 1960, we had a Patriarchal Society.
- Majority is not always right, which is why democracy is a corrupted version.
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Explore the definition and significance of social studies, including its focus on human relationships and problem-solving. Learn how social studies promotes civic competence and community engagement.
