Edsel G. Bello - Summary 5
Edsel G. Bello - Summary 5
Edsel G. Bello - Summary 5
BELLO
BSED- SOCIAL STUDIES
The video discusses the importance of developing social awareness and civic mindedness
among learners through a social inquiry approach. It defines civic-mindedness, social
consciousness, and civic responsibility, emphasizing the need for learners to understand the
common good, negotiate differences, and recognize the value of every person. The video highlights
the benefits of inquiry-based learning in developing social awareness and civic-mindedness,
including improved critical thinking skills, problem-solving skills, and creativity. Strategies for
fostering social awareness and civic mindedness are discussed, such as classroom debates, group
work, and starting with a question to stimulate inquiry. The social inquiry approach is described
as a way to empower learners to participate in social action and develop a deeper understanding of
their local community. Active engagement and independent learning techniques are also explored,
along with different approaches to promoting social awareness and civic mindedness. The video
concludes by emphasizing the benefits of learning through social inquiry, including enhanced
engagement, achievement, and integrative learning.
By allowing students to exercise autonomy in their learning process, they become more
engaged and develop a passion for exploration. The speaker emphasizes the importance of a
reflective social inquiry framework that enables students to develop research skills and a deeper
understanding of their community. Teachers play a crucial role as partners, facilitators, mentors,
planners, managers, and role models in this approach. The speaker also highlights the importance
of questioning, managing student responses, and providing thought-provoking topics for
discussion. Different learning techniques, such as storytelling and technology-based tools, are
mentioned as effective methods to engage learners. The speaker stresses the value of continuous
learning and the need to adapt and build skills in the digital age. Overall, the social inquiry
approach is seen as a meaningful learning experience that equips students with lifelong skills.
Why are they important? Overall, research reveals time and again that students with social
and emotional skills perform better academically, have stronger relationships with peers and
teachers, experience greater well-being, and engage in less risky behavior. Social awareness also
leads to a sense of cultural awareness wherein individuals learn to empathize with other cultures
and communities in the world. They learn to develop a sense of respect and regards towards each
other's customs and practices. Social awareness helps break stereotypes. Social awareness provides
the ability to assess an individual’s social context and understanding the impact of social
relationships on their own journey. This increased understanding of self and how one relates to
their environment. It can lead to more informed decisions and greater success in the global
marketplace.