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Olmo, Barbara – Social Studies, 1975
A simplified inquiry process, structured by the teacher to require students to make decisions leading to values clarification and/or self-evaluation, is provided. (DE)
Descriptors: Affective Objectives, Decision Making, Elementary Secondary Education, Inquiry

Brandhorst, Allan R. – Social Studies, 1992
Addresses the importance of teaching young people about foreign policy issues. Discusses state sovereignty and interpersonal and international conflict. Describes a reflective teaching approach in which a problem is identified, defined, and explored by probing questions. Suggests identifying value assumptions and alternatives, predicting…
Descriptors: Controversial Issues (Course Content), Decision Making, Foreign Policy, Secondary Education

Court, Deborah – Social Studies, 1991
Assesses critical thinking teaching models, including skill development, problem-solving, logical thinking, multiaspect, and information processing approaches. Stresses creating open classroom environments where critical thinking that fosters effective, thoughtful decision making can flourish. Argues that teaching can and should be less…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Accountability, Classroom Environment, Critical Thinking