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Schubert, Barbara – Social Studies Review, 1993
Asserts that education cannot be limited to the confines of a textbook but must be a true window to the world. Argues that this can be achieved through curriculum and thematic teaching. Provides suggestions for designing and teaching integrated, thematic units. (CFR)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Elementary Secondary Education, Instructional Development, Integrated Activities

Chapel, David – Social Studies Review, 1996
Contends that learning skills taught in science classes are of equal value for social studies. Discusses a two-step formula for establishing principles, hypotheses, and theories and then validating them. Presents and discusses eight skills used in science instruction that are applicable to social studies. (CFR)
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Curriculum Development, Educational Change, Educational Strategies