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Hudgins, William B., Jr. – Georgia Social Science Journal, 1984
Interscholastic competition is an excellent means for showcasing social studies for students, parents, and the local community. Described is a social studies tournament as designed by one high school. Specifically discussed are tournament divisions, format, content, team selection and composition, instrument preparation and scoring, tournament…
Descriptors: Educational Improvement, Educational Innovation, High Schools, Interschool Communication
Peer reviewedHuber, Henry; Ingram, John D. – History and Social Science Teacher, 1985
To generate student interest in an eleventh grade Canadian history course in Winnipeg (Canada), inter-school debates were held. The format, philosophy, evolution, and planning of the debates are discussed. Also examined are the roles played by the chairperson and the commentators. (RM)
Descriptors: Debate, Educational Cooperation, Educational Philosophy, High Schools
Peer reviewedSauers, Bernard J. – Social Science Record, 1984
Teachers can be encouraged to share ideas which can result in the development of a cooperative curriculum. How one school helped teachers react positively to an interdisciplinary skills program is discussed. Charts outlining study, thinking, reading, and writing skills for a program involving social studies, English, and science are included. (RM)
Descriptors: Critical Thinking, Educational Cooperation, Elementary Secondary Education, English Instruction
