History Education with (Economics,Geography,History,Social Studies)
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Program Description
History Education with Economics, Geography, History and Social Studies trains you to become a skilled teacher who uses history as the core to explain societies, economies and places. You will study Ghanaian and world history, economic principles, human geography, civic and social studies, teaching methods, assessment and classroom practice. The program prepares you for careers as a classroom teacher, educational administrator, curriculum developer, special education specialist and educational consultant. You will learn how to plan lessons, use educational technology, assess learners, and connect classroom learning to real community and national issues. This pathway opens doors to jobs in schools, education offices, NGOs and curriculum centres, and supports further study in education and development fields. Keep learning, stay curious, and enjoy shaping future generations.
Aims and Objectives
Develop practical lesson plans and classroom resources aligned to Ghanaian syllabuses and learning standards.
Master classroom management techniques to create a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment.
Understand assessment methods and use formative and summative evaluation to track student progress.
Create and deliver lessons that integrate history, economics, geography and social studies for real-world learning.
Apply educational technology and instructional design principles to improve teaching effectiveness and learner outcomes.
Why Choose This Program?
Strong job prospects
High demand for qualified teachers and education professionals in schools, GES, NGOs and private sector roles.
Broad subject knowledge
Combines history with economics and geography to give versatile skills useful in many careers beyond teaching.
Practical teaching practice
Teaching practice and internships provide real classroom experience and professional networking opportunities.
Pathway to leadership
Prepares graduates for roles as educational administrators, curriculum developers and consultants.
Technology and innovation
Focus on educational technology and contemporary teaching methods to keep your skills current and marketable.
Skills Students Will Acquire
Use Ghana Education Service syllabuses, backward design and Bloom taxonomy to create clear, measurable lesson plans.
Design formative quizzes, summative tests and rubrics, and interpret assessment data to improve learning.
Use Google Classroom, Moodle, presentation software and interactive tools like Kahoot to deliver digital lessons.
Apply behaviour management strategies, seating plans and inclusive practices to maintain productive classrooms.
Create teaching aids, maps, timelines and multimedia resources using Canva, PowerPoint and simple GIS tools.
Tools and Resources Students Will Use
Google Classroom
Moodle
Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Canva
Google Forms / Kahoot
Challenges Students Face and Helpful Tips
Challenges
Large syllabus and heavy content load
Applying theory to classroom practice
Tips & Advice
Break topics into weekly goals, use active study groups, and prioritise key syllabus objectives.
During teaching practice, try small techniques, reflect after each lesson, and ask mentors for feedback.
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