Social science can open up debate and give us a say in shaping our collective future. The social sciences are far larger than the social studies: The purpose of the social sciences is to find out new truth about human relationships; the purpose of the social studies is to guide adolescents in their learning of selected portions of what has been discovered in social sciences. Social science deals with the study of society and the relationship among individuals within society. Aims of Science teaching, that remain planted in Teacher’s Manuals, without being used, do not help children. The social sciences developed as a field of study during the nineteenth century. Social science research provides authentic information to the people that are scientifically proven so that end users can rely upon it. Teaching of Science falls into two main classes-usefulness to the Country and usefulness to the pupils. Aims at preparing the learner for wholesome social living. Scope of Social Studies: The scope of Social Studies is very vast and wide as wide as the world itself and as lengthy as the history of man. But aims that are in teacher’s mind and in the minds of children as well will help pupils. 31-54. Social science helped people understand the consequences and application of the new technologies of the age, such as steam power. 5. It includes business, sociology, commerce, demography, etc. Social science is, in its broadest sense, the study of society and the manner in which people behave and influence the world around us. The answers to the above questions can be found when we understand what exactly is Social Studies – Social Science is a branch of study which deals with Human Beings – their behaviour, growth and development, relationships, resources they use and the various institutions they require to function and carry on their life smoothly. SOCIAL SCIENCE MODULE - 1 Introduction to Social Science India and the World through the Ages 2 Notes Political Science Sociology Economics The various modules and units of this course in Social Science are connected with these very subjects. 4. In this Unit, we will try to understand the discipline of Social Science, especially History. The aims of the teaching and study of sciences are to encourage and enable students to: develop inquiring minds and curiosity about science and the natural world acquire knowledge, conceptual understanding and skills to solve problems and make informed decisions in scientific and other contexts The term social science is a catch all for so many subjects it is sort of like asking "why should we study life"? Social science tells us about the world beyond our immediate experience, and can help explain how our own society works - from the causes of unemployment or what helps economic growth, to how and why people vote, or what makes people happy. 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