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Using Economic Reasoning to Improve the Teaching of U.S. History.

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Schug, Mark C.; Western, Richard D. – Social Education, 1994

Asserts that instructional methods used to teach U.S. history often result in a reliance on routine transmission of information. Argues that the benefits that would derive from adding economics instruction to history are seldom achieved. (CFR)

Descriptors: Critical Thinking, Curriculum Development, Economic Factors, Economics Education

How to Use an Economic Mystery in Your History Course.

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Wentworth, Donald R.; Schug, Mark C. – Social Education, 1994

Argues that the role of economic reasoning can provide a powerful tool for understanding U.S. history. Lists six principles that articulate important aspects of economic reasoning that can be used in teaching U.S. history. Uses the Homestead Act of 1862 to illustrate how these principles can be used in the classroom. (CFR)

Descriptors: Critical Thinking, Curriculum Development, Economic Factors, Economics Education