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Classroom Climate and Civic Education in Secondary Social Studies Research: Antecedents and Findings.
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Harwood, Angela M. – Theory and Research in Social Education, 1992
Provides an overview of the theoretical basis and methods used for social studies classroom research. Suggests improvements in classroom climate constructs by integrating social studies literature and traditional classroom research approaches. Offers recommendations for improving future research. (SG)
Descriptors: Civics, Classroom Environment, Classroom Research, Research Methodology
Teacher Thinking about Curriculum and Instruction: A Case Study of a Secondary Social Studies Teacher.
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Cornett, Jeffrey W. – Theory and Research in Social Education, 1990
Using classroom observation and interviews in a naturalistic study, investigates how a secondary social studies teacher's personal practical theories influence curricular and teaching practices. Finds the teacher's practice congruent with her beliefs. States the study increased the teacher's awareness of her own theories. Proposes a curriculum…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Classroom Research, Curriculum Development, Higher Education