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Peer reviewedLyon, Mary Lou – Social Studies Review, 1975
The author describes a California studies course that integrates history, geography, culture, and current events. (DE)
Descriptors: Course Descriptions, History Instruction, Interdisciplinary Approach, Local History
Peer reviewedKiernan, Henry – Social Education, 1992
Discusses a school district's plan to introduce into the curriculum civic writing activities directly linked to local history and community issues. Suggests that writing can stimulate students' civic responsibility through the academic skills of research and critical thinking. Addresses planning, implementation, assessment, and recommendations.…
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Citizenship Responsibility, Civics, Critical Thinking
