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Peer reviewedBrophy, Jere E.; Alleman, Janet – Social Education, 1993
Argues that the elementary social studies curriculum is based on unimportant and disconnected topics that are of little relevance or interest to students. Proposes a curriculum based on major social education goals such as shelter, citizen participation, and the appreciation of a multicultural society. Suggests seven steps teachers can use to…
Descriptors: Critical Thinking, Curriculum Development, Educational Objectives, Elementary Education
