The Two Cultures of Social Studies Education.

Leming, James S.

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ERIC Number: EJ398364

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1989

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The Two Cultures of Social Studies Education.

Leming, James S.

Social Education, v53 n6 p404-08 Oct 1989

Discusses the division within the social studies profession between the social studies theorists and the practitioners. Points out the complexity of citizenship as the foundation for social studies. Suggests that theorists need to engage in dialogue within their profession and with the practitioners. (SLM)

Descriptors: Citizenship Education, College Faculty, Educational Objectives, Educational Researchers, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education, Interprofessional Relationship, Program Attitudes, Program Content, Social Studies, Teacher Attitudes, Teachers

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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