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Peer reviewedVanSledright, Bruce A.; Grant, S. G. – Theory and Research in Social Education, 1994
Maintains that the field of social studies defines its central purpose through endorsements of citizenship education. Reports on three case studies of elementary teachers using Catherine Cornbleth's three types of citizenship education: the illusory, the technical, and the constructive. (CFR)
Descriptors: Citizen Role, Citizenship Education, Classroom Environment, Curriculum Development
Peer reviewedPowell, Pearl M.; Powell, Jack V. – Journal of Social Studies Research, 1984
As a result of participating in an American government course, 12th graders showed a marked improvement in citizenship knowledge and in their opinions toward political institutions and participation. These changes seem to be related to several factors, including teaching methods such as class discussion and simulation, and the use of newspapers.…
Descriptors: Citizen Participation, Citizen Role, Citizenship Education, Citizenship Responsibility
Peer reviewedFarivar, Sydney – Social Studies Review, 1996
Maintains that citizenship education is at the center of social studies instruction. Asserts that citizenship responsibilities can be taught in the K-12 classroom. Presents three case studies of teachers using classroom techniques to improve student's support for democratic values. (CFR)
Descriptors: Citizen Role, Citizenship Education, Citizenship Responsibility, Classroom Environment
Peer reviewedSears, Alan – Theory and Research in Social Education, 1994
Asserts that social studies in North America has been defined most often as fundamentally concerned with preparing students for participation in civic life. Reviews research and summarizes findings on citizenship education in English Canada since 1988. (CFR)
Descriptors: Citizen Role, Citizenship Education, Citizenship Responsibility, Curriculum Design
