Educating students about state and local government is vital to providing the skills necessary for effective citizenship. This six-part teachers guide addresses various aspects of incorporating the study of government into the social studies curriculum. Part 1 presents a rationale and goals for teaching government. Part 2 addresses the various…

Notes the blurring of boundaries between public and private sectors, pointing out that the interaction between governmental and non-profit agencies is increasing in the areas of public policy. Argues that these increasing interactions need to be integrated into the political science curriculum. (GG)

Part of an adult education curriculum development project, the document describes the islands of Micronesia, emphasizing governmental structure and how it operates. The document was developed with Micronesians for Micronesians and is in two main sections. Section I tells stories about the interests and needs of each of the districts in Micronesia,…