Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ509206
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1995
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In-Depth Study in an Issues-Oriented Social Studies Classroom.
Rossi, John Allen
Theory and Research in Social Education, v23 n2 p88-120 Spr 1995
Maintains that most high school social studies instruction emphasizes coverage and memorization of fragmented information. Presents a definition of in-depth study and describes its implementation in an issues-centered classroom. Provides suggestions and caveats for instituting issues-oriented instruction. (CFR)
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Classroom Techniques, Cognitive Processes, Controversial Issues (Course Content), Course Descriptions, Educational Objectives, Inquiry, Learning Strategies, Learning Theories, Public Affairs Education, Secondary Education, Social Problems, Social Studies, Student Behavior, Teacher Behavior, Teacher Student Relationship, Teaching Methods
Publication Type: Reports - Descriptive; Journal Articles
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Audience: Researchers; Teachers; Practitioners
Language: English
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