Interview a teacher in the elementary grades regarding the teachers social studies instruction. Include at least eight questions. Create your own questions such as: Document the interview questions and answers and submit with the Standards Essay. Choose one grade level in the elementary grades. Evaluate the social studies standards on the Arizona Department of Educations website for that grade level for such things as thoroughness, clarity, and two other criteria of your own choosing. Write an essay of 750-1,000 words as a well-supported, objective, academic response to the interview and standards investigation, analyzing how social studies is currently taught today. Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines This assignment uses a rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
