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The latest update on Social Studies curriculum includes the availability of Units 1, 2, and 3 for all grade levels. Unit 4 is currently being uploaded for Kindergarten, Grades 3, 6, 7, and World History, with additional grades expected by early next week. Educators are encouraged to check for daily updates. This update highlights key teaching strategies, including inquiry-based learning, collaborative processes, and various assessment methods. Emphasizing best practices, it aims to enhance teaching effectiveness across diverse classrooms.
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Social Studies Update September 5, 2007
Status • Units 1, 2, & 3 are up for all grade levels • Unit 4 for Kindergarten, Grades 3, 6, & 7, and World History are being uploaded currently • Unit 4 for rest of the grades will be uploaded by early next week • Check daily
Issues • 8th grade content in High School courses • Teaching content outside of TEKS • Sequence of units or lessons • Bundling • Resources/Materials • Keys
Best Practice Classroom • Activating Prior Knowledge • Using Collaborative Processes • Using Inquiry Teaching • Using Problem Solving • Using Direct Instruction • Using Visual Strategies • Teaching Facts, Concepts, Generalizations • Utilizing Community Based Instruction • Using Role Play and Simulation • Using Different Discussion Formats • Using Graphic Organizers • Using Multiple Forms of Assessment