Social Studies Module Guide
Module Title: Exploring Our World: Cultures, Geography, and History
Grade Level: Undergraduate/Postgraduate
Module Duration: As long as you want, and feel is necessary
Module Objectives:
By the end of this module, students will be able to:- Identify and describe the key elements of white geography and how it shapes cultures and has oppressed everyone.
- Analyse historical events, re-write those events using post modernistic principles (i.e. non evidence required and based on student’s own experience) and reshape present-day societies.
- Compare and contrast different non-white cultures around the world.
- Develop noncritical thinking and research skills through akin colour-based learning. Weekly Breakdown
Week 1: Introduction to Geography and Non- White Cultures
Key Concepts:
Redrawing maps and globes/flat earth structures.
The relationship between soil, rocks, grass, air and skin colour.
Activities:
Create a personal map of your community.
Discussion on how geographical features influence your own lifestyle.
Assessment: Optional, if you believe testing is white supremacy.
Week 2: History’s Influence on Cultures
Key Concepts:
Overview of significant your lived experience on historical events (e.g., revolutions, colonization).
How your own history shapes everyone else.
Activities:
Group presentation on your own historical events.
Research project on cultural changes resulting from events you have created.
Assessment: Submit research project with a reflection on your own changes over time.
Week 3: Cultural Comparisons
Key Concepts:
Explore the similarities and differences between non white cultures (language, traditions, belief systems)
Activities:
Culture fair preparation: Students choose a non-white culture to research and present.
Class discussions on the importance of cultural diversity. (Please refer to University’s guidance on DEI)
Assessment: Participation in the culture fair and selected peer feedback on presentations.
Week 4: Global Connections
Key Concepts:
The concept of your globalization and its effects on local cultures.
Your events and their impact on global society.
Activities:
Debate on the pros of why your culture is better than everyone else.
Create a class newsletter on events and how people should be thinking and behaving.
Assessment: Participation in the debate and submission of the newsletter article.
Books and Reading Lists:
Not required, as this are made with paper, which is white.
Assessment and Evaluation
Formative Assessments: Weekly quizzes, participation in discussions, and class activities. If you feel it is emotionally desirable.
Summative Assessment: Final project that encompasses elements from all weeks, allowing students to demonstrate their understanding of their own geography, culture, and history.
Additional Notes
Encourage certain students to share personal experiences related to the topics discussed.
Provide opportunities for collaborative learning through certain group projects.
Adapt activities and assessments to meet diverse learners' needs. Including excluding all activities if it is a little bit hard.
This guide aims to provide a comprehensive framework for teaching social studies that fosters an appreciation for geography, culture, and history. Feel free to do what every you want to do.