This paper argues that an essential aspect of social studies in the secondary school is the study of public issues, in order to instruct students in the examination and analysis of the kinds of value disputes that give birth to social conflict. (MB)

Presented at the Annual Convention of the National Association of Secondary School Principals (53d, San Francisco, February 28 - March 5, 1969).

Speech presented at the 54th NASSP Convention. (EJS)

Students can develop valuable research skills and learn about our political process by obtaining campaign finance reports filed by all candidates in federal elections. Other statistics and information available from the Federal Election Commission are also valuable learning tools. (Author/GC)

Presents results of survey of high school seniors taken in 1968 (N=825), 1972 (N=119), and 1984 (N=200). The survey consisted of 13 widely accepted attitudinal items and 16 demographic variables designed to measure degree of political cynicism and attitudes toward democracy. Concludes that 1984 results show a loss of innocence, increasing…

The bibliography contains a variety of audiovisual resources about television journalism. Most resources are appropriate for grades 7-12. Teacher's guides, books and periodicals are also listed. (KC)

A critical examination of the content, objectives and processes of teaching of the Canadian Public Issues Project is provided. (DE)

Advocates a schoolwide, mock nominating convention as an effective learning experience for high school students, particularly in election years. Presents step-by-step plans for organizing and carrying out such a convention. (SR)

Reviews the political history surrounding the development of the Northwest Ordinance of 1787. Includes a shortened and simplified version of the major articles of the Ordinance. Identifies three instructional resources for teaching about the Northwest Ordinance in secondary schools. (JDH)

Described is a three-day political awareness program held prior to the 1980 election to help secondary students and community members examine the political process from a more holistic viewpoint. The program brought in a variety of speakers, including media persons, sociologists, political scientists, a lawyer, and a mayor, as well as political…

The author examines the traditional discomfort of conservative teachers and comfort of liberal teachers with the Oliver-Shaver public issues rationale. He predicts that as students move more to the political left, conservative and liberal teachers will enjoy a closer alliance in their attitudes toward the above rationale. (JB)

Recognizing that the public good is a key concept for children now and in the future, educators call for discussion and investigation of public issues and student involvement in them. Cites programs in New York and Minnesota. Lists sources of classroom social studies materials. (MLF)

Presents Swedish views on Iran-Contra hearings and outlines issues for classroom instruction. Stresses the need to examine both the positive and negative effects of the media and the importance of teaching democratic principles. (DH)

The author makes a case using the question of military service and its personal and social implications as the focus of concentration in secondary social studies courses, and offers some theory and techniques for introducing it into the classroom. (Author/JB)