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Helping Students Become Citizens in a Democratic Society in an Ever More Independent World

Helping Students Become Citizens in a Democratic Society in an Ever More Independent World

This activity contains 12 questions.

	After reading the five views of citizenship education from the International Association for the Evaluation of Educational Achievement and the five views of citizenship from political scientists and the National Standards for Civics and Government, identify which of the following questions would be essential for units of study in a social studies classroom grades K-8?   In what way(s) can the study and practice of civic ideals with the goal of full participation in society be important to me? Why do we celebrate President's Day? Who was President of the United States in 1964?

	For a social studies teacher, what is the most fundamental concept related to decision-making and individual use of power?   Voting Negotiation Majority rule Compromise

	A social studies teacher should consider joining a professional education organization such as the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS).    True  False

	LRE lessons consist of ____.   role-playing, simulations, mock trials, structured decision and analysis of stories with moral dilemmas, expressing viewpoints the teacher offering their ideology and lecturing based on their own opinion of a controversial topic student participation in memorizing dates for court cases teaching students to avoid conflict and not passing judgments on ethical and moral dilemmas

	Mr. O'Connor, a 7th grade teacher, asks his students to read one article each week and write a summary for homework. The students seem uninterested in the activity and are not grasping the news events. Mr. O'Connor's opinion that "kids only play videogames and are on the Internet. They are not aware of the world around them" seems to be reinforced. How can Mr. O'Connor help his students to be more active in critically evaluating what they see, hear, and create related to current events?   Have the students use the newspaper articles for motivation and background information for a controversial issue debate and discussion. Mr. O'Connor could have the students watch a television news program together in class so they may have a common experience to question and analyze. Mr. O'Connor needs to give more guidance. Perhaps the students could examine the same story as it appears on television, radio, newspaper, and the Internet. Ask the students to compare and contrast facts, backgrounds, wording, opinions, viewpoints, and graphics. Mr. O'Connor should have the students participate in activities with current events that promote empathy, and build global awareness. The students should be assigned to look for certain articles and stories related to a certain issue. Mr. O'Connor could ask the students how this story helps them to be a more informed citizen and helps to see another perspective. Mr. O'Connor should do all of the above to help his students to be more active in critically evaluating what they see, hear, and create related to current events.

	Which of the following is NOT an example of how service learning benefits students?   Students gain a sense of belonging to their community. Self-worth and responsibility are learned. Students increase the amount of personal interaction with a variety of people of other ages and cultural backgrounds. Revenue from teacher initiated fund raisers for giving to the needy increases students' understanding of charity.

	Mr. Hassell has a true understanding of community service and has invited his students to participate in an authentic manner. When one student in Mr. Hassell's class remarked, "I don't see the point...why do we have to go to this senior center every week?" Which of the following is the most appropriate answer?   We only need to go for a few more weeks. Be patient, we are preserving the oral histories of our community, our veterans, and our neighbors. The next three weeks will go quickly and if you participate, you will get a good grade. Put on a smile and we will get through it together. You are doing this because the school is requiring you complete several hours of community service. Think about adding it to your resume, college applications, etc. Being involved in this community service project may encourage responsibility and it may help you see common ground empathy or perhaps you will gain a new perspective and respect for the veterans, and senior citizens in your community and elsewhere.

	Quality service learning projects require all of the following EXCEPT   participation of high school students only since elementary aged students are too young to appreciate community service. a classroom climate that is based on caring, mutual respect, and openness to divergent ideas. willingness to provide honest reflection throughout the project. authentic and relevant activities at the center.

	Miss Helms has begun training her students on cooperative learning. She also trusts her students to make age-appropriate decisions. She has involved her students in the creation of the class rules. What other techniques and ideals would be a part of a democratic class such as Miss Helms' class?   The teacher only invites the oldest children into the decision-making process. The teacher models respect but only for those students who share opinions with him or her. Students are involved in setting goals, assessment of projects, making some decisions, and are trusted. They feel safe to make mistakes and face consequences. Free-expression of ideas, students can say anything they want, students have all of the power in the classroom and more rights than the teacher. None of the above relate to democratic classrooms.

	Mrs. Heacock has created a learning environment were her students work to influence public policy at local, state, and national levels. She offers 10 steps in her book: The Kids Guide to Social Action. Which of the following are included in the 10 steps?   Choose a problem, conduct research, build support, and advertise. Raise money, try it for a semester, ignore any opposition, and avoid research. Advertise, raise money, and do it alone. All of the above are included in the list of 10.

	NCSS developed standards for social studies programs that identified power, authority, ____ and ____.   global resistance; initiation governance; civic ideals mathematic thinking; global problems

	Mrs. Pratt's civics class is only focused on the mechanics of government rather than the concepts and values underlying the procedures governing, making, and enforcing the laws. What are some essential concepts and values in US democracy that Mrs. Pratt could add to assist in the socialization of her students?   Tolerance, citizenship, and rights Conflict, equality, and freedom Diversity, honesty, and leadership All of the above would assist in the socialization of Mrs. Pratt's class.

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