Characteristics of a Social Science Teacher

Purposeful/ Passionate

Demonstrate passionate approach in the study of human behavior in its social and cultural aspect.

Knowledgeable

Having rich depth of knowledge in both on Geography and History, they are able to relate it to real-life

A rich Pedagogical Content Knowledge to develop passion and confidence in learners through in-depth learning

by making connection to real-life and tackling real world issues and asking important question

Incorporating real-life example in classroom activities.

Open-Minded

Are open to multiple perspectives and cultivating multicultural understandings and promoting diversity in the classroom and the community as a whole

For learners to freely express themselves to be informed about human differences and encourage collaboration between various groups

Relying on Evidence

Understanding human interaction. How each one needs one

To provide resources that are appropriate and thought provoking

Variety of primary and secondary sources such as photo's, documentaries, newspapers, monuments, analysis of weather, scripts, letters and

Encouraging social impact for learners to realize that they are assets to the community

For example: Events like the 1976 Youth who have a huge impact. Campaigns like the Black Lives Movement and what it represents and stand for etc.

Ubuntu (Humanity to others)

REFERENCES

Phases. Oxford

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Drake, M., Dreyer, J., Maposa, M., Iyer, L., Mays, T., Segoe, B and Wasserman, J. 2017. Teaching Social Sciences: Intermediate and Senior Phases. Oxford