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Peer reviewedHurst, Joe B.; And Others – Theory and Research in Social Education, 1983
Over 50 phases and sub-steps common to decision-making processes are discussed in an effort to create a clearer view of individual, group, social, and political decision making. The discussion is intended to encourage social studies teachers to use an action-oriented approach to teaching decision-making skills. (Author/RM)
Descriptors: Decision Making, Decision Making Skills, Educational Needs, Elementary Secondary Education
Peer reviewedFeely, Ted – Theory and Research in Social Education, 1975
Student characteristics of verbal ability, sex, socioeconomic status, educational expectation, and age were tested as predictive of students' ability to use evidence in testing statements and hypotheses. Of the five predictors, only verbal ability contributed significatly to prediction. (Author/DE)
Descriptors: Analytical Criticism, Critical Thinking, Decision Making Skills, Problem Solving
Peer reviewedShermis, Samuel S.; Barth, James L. – Theory and Research in Social Education, 1979
Discusses the disparity between social problems and problem solving as practiced in sociology theory and in the classroom. Problem definition is lacking due to fuzziness in this area historically. Recommends emphasis on student problem identification, integration of knowledge, and decision-making skills. (CK)
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Decision Making Skills, Definitions, Elementary Secondary Education
