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Download full textTrisler, Carmen E. – 1993
An action of an individual or a societal action that has an impact on other societies constitutes a "global issue." Global climate change, airborne toxins, ozone depletion, and solid waste management are a few of the global issues concerning the environment. This digest discusses methods by which students learn about global issues and…
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Decision Making, Educational Needs, Elementary Secondary Education
Graseck, Susan – 1993
This ERIC Digest discusses issues relating to teaching about U.S. foreign policy in the changing international environment following the end of the Cold War era and the disintegration of the Soviet Union. The document treats: (1) the need and rationale for teaching and learning about current foreign policy issues; (2) main themes in foreign policy…
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Decision Making, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Policy
Johnson, Beverly – 1993
In the spirit of educational reform efforts, this digest examines the concept of teacher-as-researcher, a concept rooted in action research. Action research is designed, conducted, and implemented by teachers themselves to improve teaching in the classroom. The research is often a collaborative activity promoting reflective teaching, critical…
Descriptors: Action Research, Curriculum Development, Educational Improvement, Elementary Secondary Education
Leming, Robert S. – 1995
This ERIC digest discusses the use of dissenting U.S. Supreme Court decisions in teaching about U.S. constitutional history. for most of its history, the U.S. Supreme Court has issued a single opinion indicating its decision in a case. The Court disposes of each case it reviews by majority rule (either affirming or reversing) and provides a…
Descriptors: Constitutional History, Court Judges, Court Litigation, Curriculum Development
Bredekamp, Sue; Shepard, Lorrie – 1990
Suggestions for early childhood educators on how to provide developmentally appropriate practices and teaching methods are offered. Suggestions concern: (1) making decisions about entrance and placement; (2) evaluating a program's accomplishment of goals; (3) planning and individualizing curriculum and instruction; and (4) promoting appropriate…
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Decision Making, Developmentally Appropriate Practices, Early Childhood Education
Cook, Kay K. – 1984
Intended for educational policy makers, this publication considers the teaching of controversial topics. Specifically discussed are what issues are considered controversial, why controversial topics should be taught, court decisions, ways educators can prepare for community response or complaints, and questions to address when making curriculum…
Descriptors: Controversial Issues (Course Content), Court Litigation, Curriculum, Curriculum Development
