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Aygün, Müge; Hacioglu, Yasemin; Ceylan, Derya; Durkan, Elif – Journal of Science Learning, 2022
This study aims to determine the usability of the book 'Five Weeks in a Balloon' authored by Jules Verne, as a context for interdisciplinary teaching of fourth-grade science and social studies courses. As a document review, the book was analyzed based on the Science and Social Studies Curricula/Turkey-2018. The book was associated with all…
Descriptors: Interdisciplinary Approach, Science Instruction, Teaching Methods, Science Curriculum
Bogan, Barry L.; McKenzie, Ethel King; Bantwini, Bongani D. – Online Submission, 2012
In the age of standardized testing, science and social studies are not given the same priority as mathematics and reading in the curriculum of United States schools. High stakes testing is viewed as having heavily biased schools toward teaching tested subjects and away from less frequently tested subjects. This paper is premised on the notion that…
Descriptors: Individualized Instruction, Curriculum Development, Social Studies, Educational Change
Madison Public Schools, WI. Dept. of Curriculum Development. – 1970
GRADES OR AGES: Grade 7. SUBJECT MATTER: Science and Social Studies. ORGANIZATION AND PHYSICAL APPEARANCE: This guide presents a series of earth sciences units which would have interdisciplinary potential specifically in the area of social studies. Introductory material includes a rationale, evaluation procedures, 44 "key" environmental concepts,…
Descriptors: Curriculum Guides, Grade 7, Interdisciplinary Approach, Science Curriculum
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Hepburn, Mary A.; Simpson, Ronald D. – Social Studies, 1975
An interdisciplinary approach to environmental education, incorporating both the sciences and social sciences, is presented. (DE)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Educational Programs, Environmental Education, Integrated Curriculum
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Novoa, Adriana – Social Education, 2007
It can be a challenge to introduce students to a world region with the cultural diversity and rich history of Latin America. In this article, the author suggests four thematic units that enable teachers to identify both general trends and important differences in the region: (1) race/ethnicity; (2) progress and civilization; (3) conflict and…
Descriptors: Cultural Pluralism, Foreign Countries, Latin American History, Science Curriculum
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Bryden, Robert R.; Gifford, James F. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1975
Discusses the relevance or validity of an interdisciplinary approach to teaching the history of science. Describes a course in the history of medicine acceptable for college credit either as history or biology. References are cited. (EB)
Descriptors: College Science, Course Descriptions, Curriculum, Higher Education
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McConnell, Mary C. – Studies in Science Education, 1982
Against the background of the current crisis in science education, discusses various aspects of science/technology/society (STS) curriculum and instruction, including the need for new definition of science education, social science education and STS, and STS curriculum materials. Also provides a framework for educating about STS. (JN)
Descriptors: Interdisciplinary Approach, Science Curriculum, Science Education, Science Instruction
Stenstrup, Al – EE News, 1995
Provides details of an activity in which students in grades 5-12 study businesses in their community to discover what efforts are being made to reduce pollution. Integrates science and social studies content. (DDR)
Descriptors: Educational Strategies, Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Education, Interdisciplinary Approach
Lendsey, Jacqueline L.; And Others – 1979
This text, which focuses on coastal oil production, the countries and the people involved, is designed for use in upper elementary science, social studies, or math courses concerned with energy-related topics. The first half of the text is the Teacher's Guide. It presents an overview of the main ideas for each lesson, strategies for…
Descriptors: Economics, Elementary School Science, Energy, Environmental Education
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Switzer, Thomas; Voss, Burton – School Science and Mathematics, 1982
A call is made for the integration of science and social studies education in elementary and secondary schools. Examples are given of situations where instruction has been integrated over the two areas. It is felt instruction can be provided which focuses on problem solving and decision making. (MP)
Descriptors: Curriculum, Curriculum Design, Educational Change, Elementary Secondary Education
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Solomon, Joan – School Science Review, 1980
Discusses the need for a science-and-society course to fill the educational gap in school science, suggests how it should be taught, and presents a possible course syllabus. (SK)
Descriptors: Course Descriptions, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Enrichment, Interdisciplinary Approach
Cheek, Dennis W. – 1997
This paper recounts the history of technology in the public schools from the early textbooks of the 19th century to the technology and society (STS) movement of the 1960s-70s. Technology and society have been a concern in education but moved into the mainstream in science education and technology education. To a lesser degree this influence is…
Descriptors: Educational History, Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Education, Futures (of Society)
Hurst, Donna – Instructor, 1980
The author suggests methods of drawing the study of the solar system into every area of the curriculum, thereby capitalizing on the recent outer space craze of movies and television. (KC)
Descriptors: Art Activities, Astronomy, Creative Activities, Creative Dramatics
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Rosenthal, Dorothy B. – American Biology Teacher, 1979
Presents a rationale for teaching a course to high school students on the influence of science and technology on society. Bioethics and food, and world hunger are two of the topics included in the course outline. References are given for simulation games, readings, and audiovisual materials. (SA)
Descriptors: Biology, Course Content, Educational Resources, Ethics
Holboke, Kathy; And Others – 1993
This packet was designed to help teachers maximize a visit to a zoo's Africa exhibit. The packet provides two levels of activities, grades 3-5, and grades 6-8, for use before, during and after the visit. Activities are designed to enhance skills taught in science, social studies, language arts, reading, art, and math. A multi-grade background…
Descriptors: Activity Units, Ecology, Elementary Education, Environmental Education
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