Abstract
This interactive workshop is grounded in constructivist theory, based on international trends in education, and designed to provide attendees who are interested in or currently working with primary/elementary and middle school students with research-based information, strategies, and teaching techniques that explore the humanities in terms of social studies teaching from an interdisciplinary perspective—particularly the integration of social studies skills with mathematical concepts. Utilizing the four central branches of social studies as prescribed by the United States National Social Studies Curriculum, attendees will discover the numerous ways mathematical domains and concepts can support and expand students’ understanding of history, civics, geography, and economics. Furthermore, to maintain the constructivist methodology of this session, participants will assume a dynamic role by participating in activities and creating and interacting with materials to support their skills as facilitators of knowledge.
Presenters
Lisa A. PelusoAssistant Professor, School of Education and Human Services, Molloy University, New York, United States Francine Wisnewski
Associate Professor of Education, Molloy University, New York, United States
Details
Presentation Type
Theme
Past and Present in the Humanistic Education
KEYWORDS
Teacher Education, Interdisciplinary Research/Practice, Constructivist Theory, Culturally Responsive Teaching
