Explains the meaning of a writ of habeas corpus, provides a brief history of its use in England and the United States, and clarifies how the writ is used as an instrument which compels government to adhere to basic constitutional and legal principles rather than exercise power in an arbitrary and self-serving manner. (JDH)

Reviews the earliest roots of the legal values and principles embodied in the United States Constitution, much of which may be traced to the Magna Carta (1215) and other precedents set by English law. (JDH)

Provided is a congressional study which analyzes the interactions between contemporary practice of science, technology, and the formulation and conduct of U.S. foreign policy. Six cases illustrating the interaction of science, technology, and diplomacy are reviewed and six general issues, including topics such as nuclear power, seabed resources,…

This publication presents Indiana's Academic Standards for K-8 social studies grade-by-grade and organized into five content areas: (1) history; (2) civics and government; (3) geography; (4) economics; and (5) individuals, society, and culture (psychology, sociology, and anthropology). For instructional purposes, the content knowledge should be…

Explores several of the issues raised by current and likely future scientific advances which may challenge the United States Constitution. Reports on the results of the "Science, Technology, and the Constitution in an Information Age" project. Focuses on the chemically related technological advancements that may challenge this nation's…

This teacher's guide outlines K-12 achievement standards for social studies in Idaho public schools. The guide is divided into 14 sections: (1) "364 Social Studies Standards"; (2) "365 Social Studies Standards Grade Kindergarten, Sections 366 through 378"; (3) "381 Social Studies Standards Grade 1, Sections 382 through…

This curriculum standards guide for Kansas presents the following mission statement: the goal of civics/government, economics, geography, and history curricula is to enable students by systematic study to acquire the knowledge, skill, and judgment to continue to learn for themselves; to participate intelligently, justly, and responsibly in civic…

Social studies should be viewed as a major subject matter area in kindergarten through eighth grade, and in specific courses in high school. Students should develop the knowledge and skills to understand and cope with change, resolve conflict, analyze issues, and appreciate diversity in a representative democracy. By the time Maryland students…

Students at all grade levels in Wisconsin are required to learn about the principles and ideals upon which the United States is founded, and understand the world in which they live. Students at all levels should develop skills and understandings in all five strands found in the Wisconsin standards for social studies. These skills and…

Hearings on The Soviet-Eastern European Research and Training Act of 1983 are presented. Objectives of the act are to help ensure the nation's independent factual knowledge of the Soviet Union and Eastern European countries, to help maintain the national capability for advanced research and training on which that knowledge depends, and to provide…

These Connecticut Curriculum Trace Maps are designed to help curriculum developers and teachers translate Connecticut's K-12 history and social studies performance standards into objectives and classroom practice. The Trace Maps provide detailed descriptions of what students should know and be able to do at smaller grade level clusters, K-2, 3-4,…

Public schools in Pennsylvania were created to educate children to be useful citizens, loyal to the principles upon which the nation was founded, and aware of their duties as citizens to maintain those ideals. This document includes 4 critical elements of civics and government standards that describe what students should know and be able to…

This booklet sets forth four core learning goals in government for Maryland's high school students. Divided into four sections that correspond to the goals, the booklet lists both diverse content indicators in each section and the respective thinking and communication skills. Goal 1's Indicator 1.1.1 states: "The student will analyze historic…

This document outlines six learning outcomes for social studies students in grades PreK-8 in Maryland schools: (1) "Social Studies Skills" (students will demonstrate an understanding of historical and current events using chronological and spatial thinking, develop historical interpretations, and frame questions that include collecting…

This report sets forth certain conclusions reached by the Special Constitutional Convention Study Committee of the American Bar Association after conducting a two-year study. The committee was formed to evaluate the ramifications of the constitutional convention method of initiating amendments to the U. S. Constitution as set down in Article 5. It…