7th Grade Social Studies PD
World History and Geography - Instruction & Resources
G.I.A.N.T.S
Geographic Inquiry And New Temporal Sequencing in Social Studies
Description of PD Series
Because of the recent updates to the Michigan Grade Level Content Expectations (GLCEs), the focus on ancient world history at the 7th grade level is a monumental shift with regard to scope and sequence in some districts. Combined with more rigorous demands in temporal and spatial thinking, the curriculum and accompanying professional development network are the best tools to assist 7th grade Social Studies teachers.
Taught by Dr. Phil Gersmehl, former University of Minnesota Geography Professor, current Researcher for the Michigan Geography Alliance, and Co-Director of the New York Center for Geographic Learning at Hunter College, this 6-part series examines the connections between spatial thinking and temporal thinking through analysis of cause and effect of major events in ancient world history.
As the foundation for the 7th grade course, the accompanying curricular units include instructional strategies unique for the integration of temporal and spatial thinking skills through the Arc of Inquiry, hands-on activities, literacy strategies, and best practices in both formative and summative assessment and will be modeled at each session.
What Participants Will Receive
Direct instruction from authors of the lessons on world history, geography knowledge, and skills needed to meet GLCEs
Hard and electronic copy of lessons and supplemental materials
Access to extra teacher-made materials including Power Points and other online resources
Up to 22 SCECHs
A meal for each evening session
Dates, Times, Fee
Day 1 of 6
Wednesday, Aug 10, 2016, 08:30 AM
2413 W Maple Ave, Flint, MI, United States
Registration Information
Coordinator for Instruction Roy Sovis
Email: rsovis@geneseeisd.org
Location: 2413 W Maple Ave, Flint, MI, United States
Phone: 810-591-4520
Twitter: @roysovis