Role of Social Studies Education in Citizen ship Training: Implication for National Developmen

2012 ◽  
Vol 3 (8) ◽  
pp. 54-58
Author(s):  
EZEGBE, B .N EZEGBE, B .N ◽  
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ESKAY M ESKAY M ◽  
ANYANWU, J ANYANWU, J ◽  
ABIOGU, G.C ABIOGU, G.C
Keyword(s):  
Social Studies ◽  
Social Studies Education

scholarly journals The Role of Instructional Resources amongst Social Studies Teachers in Nigeria: The Quest for Effectiveness in Classroom Pedagogy

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 164
Author(s):  
Sunday David Edinyang ◽  
Abigail Ojong Ejoh ◽  
Amina Peter Adams
Keyword(s):  
Social Studies ◽  
Primary Education ◽  
Social Studies Education ◽  
Education Level ◽  
Instructional Materials ◽  
Social Studies Teachers ◽  
Instructional Resources ◽  
Conceptual Clarification

This paper aims at discussing the role, awareness and use of instructional materials/resources as a prerequisite for attaining effective social studies education in Nigeria. In doing this a conceptual clarification of the concept of social studies education as given by experts in the field was taken. The origin of social studies in Nigeria was analyzed. The objectives of social studies education at the post-primary education level and its characteristics were discussed. The concept of Social Studies instructional materials and resources were elaborated. A critical look was taken at instructional materials and its types as well as their relevance to Social Studies education. A look was also taken at constrains of utilization of instructional materials and resources. Criteria for selecting materials and resources for Social Studies classroom as well as sources of social studies resources instructional materials were touched. Instructional materials for effectiveness in classroom pedagogy were carefully discussed. Recommendations were not left out.

The Role of MMORPGS in Social Studies Education

2009 ◽  
pp. 235-250 ◽  
Author(s):  
Phillip J. VanFossen ◽  
Adam Friedman ◽  
Richard Hartshorne
Keyword(s):  
Social Studies ◽  
Social Networking ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Social Studies Education ◽  
Game Studies ◽  
Policy Changes ◽  
The Social ◽  
Classroom Use ◽  
Perceived Costs

In this chapter, the authors will report evidence for the potential of MMORPGs for social studies education by providing a detailed review of relevant literature from the fields of game studies, educational technology, and the social networking universe. This evidence will include game scholars’ efforts to develop classroom applications of MMORPGs in the social sciences and related disciplines, and also provide examples of ‘citizenship education’ already occurring with MMORPGs. The authors will also provide an overview of perceived costs and benefits associated with classroom MMORPG use, including logistical hurdles that need to be overcome. They will also share a list of recommendations to the field for classroom use of MMORPGs, as well as implications for policy changes and future study.

scholarly journals Community Resources for the Development of Social Studies Curriculum in Nigeria

2020 ◽  
pp. 452-458
Author(s):  
Essien Essien Ekpenyong ◽  
Wali Ruth C. ◽  
Imaobong Marcus Akpan ◽  
Edward I. Ajang
Keyword(s):  
Social Studies ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Social Studies Education ◽  
School Curriculum ◽  
Economic Environment ◽  
Community Resources ◽  
Curriculum Content ◽  
Social Studies Curriculum ◽  
Effective Application

The practice of any school curriculum entails the embracing of every available resource that can enhance teaching and learning effectively. Social Studies Education by its nature of having contact with the physical, social and economic environment stands a better opportunity of tapping into the resources found around schools and their immediate communities. Be that as it may, it has been observed that this quest has not been fully actualized by those concerned thereby, contributing to the failure of meeting set goals in this area of study. This study however, takes a look at the role of community resources in teaching and learning and the underlying challenges in the effective application of these community resources in the development of Social Studies curriculum. For a better description of how these community resources can enhance effective understanding of Social Studies curriculum content, the work also gives illustrations on how these community resources can be incorporated in the teaching and learning of Social Studies concepts.

Using Critical Literacy Skills to Support Civic Discourse

2019 ◽  
pp. 1-28
Author(s):  
Tami A. Augustine ◽  
Daniel P. Redman
Keyword(s):  
Social Studies ◽  
Critical Literacy ◽  
Social Studies Education ◽  
Literacy Skills ◽  
Hegemonic Discourse ◽  
Inquiry Skills ◽  
Civic Discourse ◽  
Civic Dialogue ◽  
Social Studies Instruction

A central focus of social studies education is to help students develop into informed and active citizens. Central to the practice of citizenship is the ability to engage in civic dialogue. Informed by the work of Kumashiro and Wolk, this chapter examines the role of critical literacy in moving social studies instruction beyond traditional, teacher-centered approaches to emphasize multiple and conflicting perspectives, inquiry skills, and civic discourse. In order to honor the multiple and conflicting perspectives present in any event, the use of critical literacy examines such questions as who is being represented? and who is speaking for whom? These questions serve to problematize American and Western-centric approaches to social studies education that serve to reinforce the hegemonic discourse too often evident in social studies classrooms to engage students in richer learning experiences and provide them with the skills and dispositions necessary to become active citizens.

Social Studies Education From the Socialisation, Qualification, and Subjectification Perspectives

2020 ◽  
pp. 186-202
Author(s):  
Johan Sandahl
Keyword(s):  
Social Studies ◽  
Critical Literacy ◽  
School System ◽  
Citizenship Education ◽  
Educational Outcomes ◽  
Political Identity ◽  
Social Studies Education ◽  
Democratic Society ◽  
Students Attitudes

In most countries, social studies education is the assigned subject responsible for citizenship education, that is, developing students' attitudes, experiences, knowledge, abilities, and the skills that they need to be active participants in a democratic society. The role of social studies can be defined using Gert Biesta's three concepts of the domains of education: socialisation, qualification, and subjectification. First, schools have a role in socialising students into society, passing on values and knowledge. Second, the school system should contribute to students' qualification as citizens by helping them enhance their civic and critical literacy. Third, education should equip students with the necessary skills to allow them to develop their own political identity. Each of these domains gives rise to challenging questions related to educational outcomes. This chapter theoretically examines how Biesta's educational domains relate to social studies education in a synthetic understanding.

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