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The aim
of the Social Studies courses in Secondary is to analyse the historical
facts in our country in order to know the most significant events in the
social, political, economic and cultural evolution of Peru as a State,
and understand what is happening now. The knowledge and analysis of
historical facts will enable the students to value the
performances of Peruvians and our natural resources, and to develop
their National Identity.
Emphasis is also placed on world culture as the students have to
appreciate and value world art, know the events that have had an
influence in the history of their country, and identify, understand, and
tolerate customs and ideas different from their own.
Social Studies in secondary intends to develop the students’ research
and analysis of facts skills and, above all, their critical thinking
skills.
The methodology encourages the students to investigate and activate
their prior knowledge. The teacher’s questioning is aimed not only to
find out if the students did the homework, but to make them infer,
interpret and make judgements.
The classroom becomes a debate room where different points of view can
be supported with respect to a given topic, be it historical, economic,
political, social or cultural.
Research and oral presentations are also promoted in the classroom,
library, computer lab, or the audiovisual room using Power Point. Other
techniques used are roleplays, group work in the classroom or library,
videos, displays, etc.
More Information:
Edilberto
Castro
ecastro@fleming.edu.pe
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