Models of teaching social science
A model of teaching is A Plan or pattern that can be used to shape curriculum's,to design instructional materials and to guide instruction in the classroom.
Importance
- To understand the society in which they live and to learn how it is structured, governed and managed.
- To grow up as an ACTIVE,responsible and reflective members of society.
- To learn to respect each other's differences of opinion,lifestyle and language.
- To question and examine received IDeaS,institutions and practices.
Types of teaching models
- Classroom Teaching- It helps to strengthen one's responsibility to oneself and others.This model has rules and structure.
- Graffiti model- In this model the students are asked to given written responses to questions posed by teachers.
- Jigsaw model-This model was started originally in 1960's to facilitate racial integration. This is a co-operative learning technique that reduces racial conflict among students,promotes better learning,improves motivation among students and increases enjoyment of learning.
- Role play model-This is a teaching strategy.It is used by teachers especially to help solve interpersonal problems in the classroom.
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Introduction,importance,types