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Peer reviewedDilzer, Robert J., Jr.; Purvis, Martha C. – Social Education, 1990
Contends that a full and balanced education in the social studies requires study about religion and religious issues. Describes an elective course in world religions for high school students. Includes course objectives, course outline, teaching methods, and instructional materials. Addresses the issue of the controversial nature of teaching about…
Descriptors: Course Descriptions, Curriculum Development, Instructional Materials, Multicultural Education
Download full textRisinger, C. Frederick – 1992
Drawing on contemporary research literature, recently developed curriculum guides, and blue-ribbon reports, this digest reviews 10 contemporary trends in K-12 social studies in the United States. Trends are as follows: (1) History, history, and more history; (2) More geography, too; (3) Using literature to teach social studies; (4) Focus on the…
Descriptors: Controversial Issues (Course Content), Curriculum Development, Educational Change, Elementary Secondary Education
