Teaching of Social Studies

Teaching of Social Studies is a well-structured and thorough textbook for B.Ed., M.Ed., and teacher training students preparing to teach social studies at the school level. Published by Lotus Press, this book addresses the pedagogical foundations, curriculum design, and teaching methodologies that underpin effective social studies education in Indian schools, meeting the requirements of university examinations and teacher eligibility tests.

The book covers the nature, scope, and importance of social studies as an integrated subject; the aims and objectives of social studies education; major approaches and methods of teaching including the project method, source method, sociodrama, and field trips; lesson planning and unit planning for social studies; the development of map skills, timeline skills, and critical thinking in students; and the use of teaching aids, community resources, and audio-visual materials in social studies teaching.

Topics such as evaluation and assessment in social studies, curriculum development and organisation, and the relationship between social studies and citizenship education are addressed with practical clarity. Written to meet the needs of both student teachers and practising educators, Teaching of Social Studies is a reliable and comprehensive resource from Lotus Press's well-regarded range of teacher education titles.

Product Details

Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Lotus Press
Dimensions: Approx. 22 × 14 × 2 cm
Weight: Approx. 0.30 kg
Delivery Time: 3–5 Business Days