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Middle Grades Social Studies: A Modest Proposal.
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Allen, Michael G. – Social Education, 1988
Offers a series of recommendations for middle grades social studies reflecting a conscious commitment to three educational goals: (1) personal development; (2) communication and learning skills; and (3) on history, government, and geography; use of a variety of teaching methods; and recognition of the uniqueness of middle school students. (GEA)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Educational Improvement, Junior High Schools, Middle Schools
Middle Level Social Studies: Points to Ponder.
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Lounsbury, John H. – Social Education, 1988
Argues that the greatest deficiency in U.S. education is the development of behavior that is attitude and value-driven, not information-driven. Urges social studies teachers to recognize that middle school education is a moral enterprise and adjust examples, discussion, and teaching activities accordingly. Reviews research and instructional…
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Critical Thinking, Curriculum Development, Instructional Improvement