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Disciplines of Social Studies

Disciplines of Social Studies. 8 Fields in 1. History. Study of human affairs and past events Sequence of events important Emphasis on cause and effect regarding decisions made by those in power Not just names, dates, and dead white guys!!!. Geography.

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Disciplines of Social Studies

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  1. Disciplines of Social Studies 8 Fields in 1

  2. History • Study of human affairs and past events • Sequence of events important • Emphasis on cause and effect regarding decisions made by those in power • Not just names, dates, and dead white guys!!!

  3. Geography • Study of the earth’s surface and physical features, climate, products and population • Topics of study may include global warming, ozone depletion and effects of BC’s forestry policies

  4. Economics • Study concerned with the use of goods and services • Topics of study may include current high gas prices, the distribution of wealth, and the use of workers overseas.

  5. Sociology • Study of human society and its development and institutions • Topics of study may include drug addiction on the societal level, the MP3 craze and its effects, or the aging population

  6. Anthropology • Study of humanity’s origins, customs, and beliefs • Topics of study may include early aboriginal Canadian society, how the ancient Greeks lived or how pioneers in the Yukon gold rush lived.

  7. Archaeology • Study of civilisations through their material remains • Closely related to anthropology • “Ancient Detective” work

  8. Political Science • Study of government policies and practices • Topics of study may include policies of various political parties or how governments operate

  9. Psychology • Study of the mind and how it works • Topics of study may include drug addiction on the individual level, how people learn, or the effects of stress on people.

  10. History + Geography + Economics + Sociology + Anthropology + Archaeology + Political Science + Psychology =

  11. Social Studies

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