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Some Thoughts on Descriptive Research Procedures for Children
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Lee, John R. – Social Education, 1975
The scientific method and questionning techniques are the basis for a beginning program of descriptive research for elementary students. (JR)
Descriptors: Classroom Research, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education, Questioning Techniques
Instructional Implications of Historical Research for the Elementary Grades
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Wheeler, Ronald; Kelly, Kevin P. – Social Education, 1975
The implications of the use of historical research in elementary grades are examined. The study of the family as a beginning for a historical research project is suggested. (JR)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Elementary Education, Family Characteristics, Interdisciplinary Approach
Social Studies in Rural America.
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Morris, John E.; Garcia, Jesus – Social Education, 1982
Seventy six teachers and 737 social studies students from rural high schools in six states were surveyed to determine whether rural secondary social studies programs discuss topics and themes that provide an insight into rural America. Findings suggest that rural life-styles are inadequately portrayed in social studies curricula. (AM)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Educational Needs, High Schools, Life Style
West German Teachers on Today's Issues.
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Molnar, Alex; And Others – Social Education, 1984
In 1983, elementary and secondary teachers in West Germany were surveyed concerning the treatment of social themes in school curricula. As in a similar survey conducted in the United States, West German respondents indicated that every theme surveyed was important, with nuclear disarmament and environmental pollution clearly considered the most…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Comparative Education, Controversial Issues (Course Content), Curriculum Development