This essay describes recently published histories of U.S. women. Particular attention is paid to working class and black women. (JDH)

Introduces part 1 of a special section on teaching about Germany and the European Community. Argues that the end of the Cold War and the movement toward European economic union brought new political realities that will affect the United States. Contends that the data about Germany and Europe presented is timely and more appropriate for classroom…

This document consists of a paper and related booklet describing the development of a multicultural studies program in Omaha (Nebraska) high schools. A high school teacher describes how he came to develop Omaha's multicultural education program. In the early 1960s, the realization that history textbooks contained little of the Black experience,…

Discusses the 1916 Committee on Social Studies report. Describes the preparation of the report, who was involved and some of the social welfare and efficiency ideas of its authors. Observes that the report culminated in the introduction of the social studies into the U.S. secondary school curriculum. (SG)

Going back to the late 1800s, this article characterizes the various attempts which have been made to establish a social studies scope and sequence for public schools in the United States. The article concludes by listing six categories of individuals who will continue to try to change the prevailing scope and sequence model. (JDH)

Suggests reasons for the lack of material on Asian-American women in textbooks. Presents a study guide to accompany the film "Sewing Woman," a fictionalized documentary based on a series of Chinese American oral histories and the life of a Chinese garment worker. (DB)

Presents a study addressing the confusion over social studies skills. Documents the historical background leading to this confusion by reviewing the professional and research literature from the early 1900s to the 1980s. Stresses the problem of imprecise terminology, pointing out that the citizenship, inquiry, study, and thinking skills movements…

This book presents and analyzes the history of the Rutgers College of Pharmacy (from 1892 to the present) and relates the Rutgers' experience, not only to national developments in education, but also to developments in the pharmaceutical sciences and to the changing pharmaceutical practices in the nation and in the State of New Jersey. A brief…

This article provides background on the thinking and life of historian Frederick Jackson Turner. Featured is an excerpt from Turner's 1891 article: "The Significance of History." The article includes Turner's definition of history and his views on the relationship between the study of history and citizenship. (JDH)

Presents a case study of curricular development at the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Journalism and Mass Communication. Examines the curricular relevance of mass communication in a social science research context to professionally oriented undergraduates. Discusses the concept of curriculum and the implications of Paulo Freire's…

Outlines the development of feminism in Canada and the concommitant emergence of women's studies programs. Discusses philosophical issues, such as the separatist/integrationist conflict, and describes major journals, associations, and university programs. Underlines differences between women's studies in Canada and the United States and the threat…

The research, writing, and professional organizing of the Rugg brothers are discussed: Harold in the integration of social studies and as author of a curriculum series on a nationwide basis and Earle as a teacher educator who reviewed and critically analyzed research in the field of social studies. (PN)

Includes reprints of four articles originally published in "Library Journal" in the 1940s and 1960s: "The Role of the Professional School in the University" (Ernest Cadman Colwell); "Library Schools Reshaping Courses" (Lewis F. Stieg); "The New Training Pattern Looks Good" (Harold Lancour); and "The…

Despite many calls for a core curriculum, there are no national educational standards for doctoral training in psychology. Historically, psychologists have been unwilling or unable to define what a psychologist is. Reviews the history of the struggle to develop a core curriculum within American psychology and related fields of study, discussing…

The works of Hilda Taba, known for her leadership of the social studies curriculum project and for her teaching strategies designed to promote different types of thinking in children, are presented. The Taba Social Science Program represents the culmination, in practice and curriculum materials, of Taba's professional life and thought. (PN)