Candidates develop the use of integrating social studies based upon the ten thematic themes of social studies/science learning experiences using the 6E model that are based on state and national curriculum standards, designed to meet the needs of all students, connected to real life and future careers. Candidates develop social studies/science lessons to be taught in PK-6 Partnership schools and continue to extend and refine their repertoire of instructional strategies. Candidates research and observe developmental characteristics, persistent educational issues, teaching strategies, diversity issues, gender and special needs issues, management/leadership issues and integrate technology. Topics/concepts reviews of life, earth/space, and physical sciences, World History, American History, Government/Economics. Integrating the science themes, concepts, skills, and processes. Candidates develop science inquiry-based learning experiences. Candidates plan, instruct, and assess life, earth/space, and physical science. Required of K-6 majors only. Pre-requisites: EDUC 210, EDUC 290. Fall, Spring.