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The many disciplines of social studies allow for greatly differing opinions and perspectives and I will encourage my students to share all of their different ideas, so that I may create an atmosphere or open-mindedness and enlightenment.
The most important aspect of teaching social studies to students is instilling and explaining the importance of the democratic values which make our country great. American virtues such as respect, ownwership, equality, consideration for others, free speech, minority rights and majority rules are all necessary to teach to students. These virtues will follow students throughout their lives into adulthood, so I believe it is absolutely essential for them to grasp a deep understanding and appreciation for them.
As a teacher, I believe it is important to encourage discussion and debate, while showing respect for each other's viewpoints. When students learn that others have opinions which may be different from their own, they begin to realize that our society is full of people with different ideas, who can all be heard and should be respected.
Teaching social studies should allow students to develop a deep understanding of the past, present, and future. Students deserve the opportunity to learn about the rich history of their country and others. Doing so will create responsible and informed citizens who will have the opportunity to participate in the decision-making process of our country when they become adults.
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The article was very informative and an eye openner to me as a teacher
of social studies to always work with a philosophy. Well captured. Respond to this comment
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