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The Social Studies licensure track within the Education and Human Development program prepares educators to work with Colorado's increasingly diverse student communities. This program blends the latest educational research with hands-on teaching practice. You'll study under distinguished faculty known for their excellence in Social Studies education at local, national, and international levels. These experts will equip you with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills to translate academic content into meaningful learning for adolescents in grades 7-12 across various cultural backgrounds. Through immersive classroom experiences and our two-decade legacy of school partnerships, you'll gain valuable preparation for the teaching profession.
Our secondary Social Studies curriculum builds expertise across essential disciplines - including history, political science, geography, and economics - to create well-rounded educators. The program combines content mastery with pedagogical training, developing highly skilled, empathetic teachers capable of enhancing student achievement and meeting the needs of diverse learners in different educational environments. Graduates emerge as teacher leaders, with many CU Denver alumni advancing to leadership roles throughout their educational careers.