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Hickey, Gail M. – Social Education, 1991
Advocates conducting oral history projects as part of elementary school social studies programs. Outlines key steps for incorporating oral history projects including determine a focus; identify local residents to interview; practice interviewing techniques; exchange information; and create booklets. Lists research resources. Stresses the…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Experiential Learning, History Instruction, Interviews

Penyak, Lee M.; Duray-Casares, Pamela – Social Education, 1996
Highlights the value of field trips and oral history as a way of obtaining information and understanding about other cultures. Describes an oral history class project conducted by high school students at a bilingual multinational school in Mexico. Includes guidelines for such activities and excerpts from students' notes. (MJP)
Descriptors: Area Studies, Cultural Exchange, Culture Contact, Experiential Learning