Term
Fall 12-7-2016
Capstone
Thesis
Degree Name
MAEd
Primary Advisor/Dissertation Chair
Dr. William D. Keilty
Secondary Advisor/Reader One
Leah Sedler
Peer-Reviewer/Reader Two
Kristin Moore
Abstract
The research question addressed in this project was: In what ways can I develop a social studies unit plan that fosters Habits of Mind as learning outcomes and integrates strategies that will positively impact student engagement? The author began her research by investigating the topic of student engagement and instructional strategies promoted by the National Urban Alliance to enhance student engagement. The author also investigated Habits of Mind and the writings of Costa and Kallick. The unit plan was designed using the Understanding by Design Model from Wiggins and McTighe. The result of the research was a social studies unit plan comprised of three lessons designed for a high school World History course. The unit plan incorporates instructional strategies intended to enhance student engagement. The unit plan also identifies Habits of Mind as desired outcomes for student learning.
Research Methodology
Curriculum Development
Keywords
At-risk Students, Curriculum, Teachers/ Teaching, Social Studies
Recommended Citation
Martin, Katherine A., "World History Unit Plan That Nurtures Habits of Mind and integrates Strategies Promoted by the National Urban Alliance" (2016). School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Theses and Dissertations. 4256.
https://digitalcommons.hamline.edu/hse_all/4256