Introduction To Social Studies
- Education
- 100 level
- 2 credit units
- 132 pages
- 14 units
This course, Introduction to Social Studies, is designed for undergraduates in B.A.Ed programs. It explores the foundations of Social Studies, its philosophical underpinnings, and its connections to other academic disciplines. Students will engage with core concepts such as growth and development, peace and conflict resolution, self-reliance, human rights, and civic responsibilities. Successful completion of this course will equip students with a solid understanding of Social Studies content.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Study hours
- 42 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of PED130, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
PED130 · UNIT 1: MEANING OF SOCIAL STUDIES
The presentation schedule included in your course materials gives you the important dates for this year for the completion of tutor-marked assignments (TMAs) and attending tutorials. Remember, you are required to submit all your assignments by the due dates. You should guard against falling behind in your works.
What you should be able to do
- Define Social Studies and explain its value-laden nature.
- Describe the historical and philosophical background of Social Studies.
- Explain the relationship between Social Studies and other disciplines.
- Apply basic concepts in Social Studies to real-world situations.
- Identify and analyze social problems.
- Explain the importance of human rights and civic responsibilities.
- Discuss conflict resolution strategies.
What it prepares you for
- Teacher
- Social Worker
- Community Developer
- Policy Analyst
- Civil Servant
- Education
- Social Services
- Government
- Non-profit Organizations
- Community Development
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 2: Some Basic Concepts in Social Studies
Unit 2: Concepts of Growth and Development
The multiple perspectives on development require critical analysis and synthesis.
- Module 3: Human Rights and Civic Responsibilities
Unit 1: Definition and Origin of Human Rights
Understanding the legal and philosophical nuances of human rights requires careful study of international conventions and treaties.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 45 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Foundations of Social Studies
Unit 1: Meaning of Social Studies · 3 hours
Read the unit introduction and objectives.. Define Social Studies and differentiate it from other disciplines.. Identify unacceptable definitions of Social Studies.. Complete the self-assessment exercise..
- Week 2Module 1: Foundations of Social Studies
Unit 2: Historical Background of Social Studies · 3 hours
Read the unit introduction and objectives.. Describe the historical development of Social Studies in the USA, Britain, Africa, and Nigeria.. Analyze the factors influencing the growth of Social Studies in different regions.. Complete the self-assessment exercise..
- Week 3Module 1: Foundations of Social Studies
Unit 3: Philosophical Background of Social Studies in Nigeria · 3 hours
Read the unit introduction and objectives.. Describe the philosophical background of Social Studies in Nigeria.. Establish the relationship between this background and Nigeria's National Policy on Education.. Complete the self-assessment exercise..
- Week 4Module 1: Foundations of Social Studies
Unit 4: Social Studies and other Disciplines · 3 hours
Read the unit introduction and objectives.. Compare and contrast Social Studies with Social Sciences and the Arts.. Identify the contributions of other disciplines to Social Studies.. Complete the self-assessment exercise..
- Week 5Module 1: Foundations of Social Studies
Unit 5: Values of Learning Social Studies · 3 hours
Read the unit introduction and objectives.. Identify the goals and objectives of teaching Social Studies at different levels.. Highlight the values and discuss the prospects of Social Studies.. Complete the self-assessment exercise..
- Week 6Module 2: Some Basic Concepts in Social Studies
Unit 1: Concepts and Generalisations in Social Studies · 3 hours
Read the unit introduction and objectives.. Define concepts and generalizations and explore their relationship.. List examples of concepts and generalizations used in Social Studies.. Complete the self-assessment exercise..
- Week 7Module 2: Some Basic Concepts in Social Studies
Unit 2: Concepts of Growth and Development · 3 hours
Read the unit introduction and objectives.. Explain the concepts of growth and development.. Mention the characteristics of growth and development.. Establish the relationship between growth and development.. Complete the self-assessment exercise..
- Week 8Module 2: Some Basic Concepts in Social Studies
Unit 3: Concept of Self-Reliance · 3 hours
Read the unit introduction and objectives.. Explain the concept of self-reliance and its meaning in education.. Identify ways to become self-reliant as individuals.. Complete the self-assessment exercise..
- Week 9Module 2: Some Basic Concepts in Social Studies
Unit 4: Concepts of Peace and Conflict Resolution · 3 hours
Read the unit introduction and objectives.. Explain the concepts of peace and conflict.. Describe steps for conflict resolution in society.. Complete the self-assessment exercise..
- Week 10Module 2: Some Basic Concepts in Social Studies
Unit 5: Concept of Social Problem · 3 hours
Read the unit introduction and objectives.. Define social problems and identify different types.. Discuss the causes of social problems and suggest solutions.. Complete the self-assessment exercise..
- Week 11Module 3: Human Rights and Civic Responsibilities
Unit 1: Definition and Origin of Human Rights · 3 hours
Read the unit introduction and objectives.. Define human rights and explain their origin.. Complete the self-assessment exercise..
- Week 12Module 3: Human Rights and Civic Responsibilities
Unit 2: 1999 Nigerian Constitution and Human Rights · 3 hours
Read the unit introduction and objectives.. State the meaning of constitution. Explain the provisions of fundamental human rights as contained in the Nigerian Constitution. Complete the self-assessment exercise..
Unit 3: Classification of Human Rights · 3 hours
Read the unit introduction and objectives.. Identify the different classification of human rights. Describe these identified classification of human rights. Complete the self-assessment exercise..
- Week 13Module 3: Human Rights and Civic Responsibilities
Unit 4: Universal Declaration of Human Rights /African Union Charter · 3 hours
Read the unit introduction and objectives.. Explain the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Mention some of the provisions of the Declaration. Explain the origin of the African Union. Mention the objectives and organs of African Union. Complete the self-assessment exercise..
Unit 5: Civic Responsibilities · 3 hours
Read the unit introduction and objectives.. Give a simple meaning of civic responsibilities. Identify the different types of civic responsibilities. State the importance of fulfilling our civic responsibilities and obligations.. Complete the self-assessment exercise..
Preparing for the exam
- Review definitions of Social Studies from Unit 1 and compare them to your own understanding.
- Create timelines of Social Studies development in the USA, Britain, Africa, and Nigeria (Unit 2).
- Summarize the key philosophical concepts from Unit 3 and relate them to the National Policy on Education.
- Develop concept maps linking Social Studies to Social Sciences, Arts, and other disciplines (Unit 4).
- Practice applying concepts like growth, development, self-reliance, and conflict resolution to current events.
- Study the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the Nigerian Constitution's human rights provisions.
- Prepare examples of how civic responsibilities contribute to a functioning society (Unit 5).
Questions students ask about this course
What is PED130 about?
This course, Introduction to Social Studies, is designed for undergraduates in B.A.Ed programs. It explores the foundations of Social Studies, its philosophical underpinnings, and its connections to other academic disciplines. Students will engage with core concepts such as growth and development, peace and conflict resolution, self-reliance, human rights, and civic responsibilities. Successful completion of this course will equip students with a solid understanding of Social Studies content.
How many units does PED130 have?
PED130, Introduction To Social Studies, has 14 units across 3 modules, over 132 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is PED130?
PED130 carries 2 credit units, at 100 level in Education.
Is PED130 hard?
PED130 is rated beginner level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does PED130 take to study?
About 42 hours of study, spread across its 14 units.
How is PED130 assessed?
PED130 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with PED130?
Teacher, Social Worker, Community Developer, Policy Analyst and Civil Servant.