How I Gained Confidence in Teaching Tricky Social Studies Topics
The Social Studies Teacher Podcast · Kirsten Hammond, The Southern Teach LLC
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Show Notes
In this episode, I’ll share my personal journey as a 5th-grade teacher who felt intimidated by certain social studies topics that I wasn’t familiar or confident in teaching. I'll discuss the anxiety of potentially giving incorrect information and how it impacted my approach to teaching these subjects.
You’ll hear about the steps I took to overcome that fear, including the resources I used, the importance of continued learning, and how I built the confidence to teach topics I once avoided.
This episode will help fellow teachers feel empowered to tackle those intimidating subjects and give practical tips on how to handle tough content, ensuring you and your students succeed!
Episode Highlights
- The anxiety of teaching what you don't know
- How I started building confidence
- Building confidence over time
- Practical tips for teaching tough topics
Resources and Links
Facebook Group - Upper Elementary Social Studies Teachers
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