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Peer reviewedAllen, Rodney F. – Journal of Geography, 1989
Contends that the gap between image and reality as contrasted between tourist brochures and the realities of a country can be used by teachers to create high interest or to encourage critical thinking skills in students. Outlines the process for teaching about a selected country utilizing travel brochures. (SLM)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Classroom Techniques, Critical Thinking, Geography Instruction
Peer reviewedHoge, John Douglas; Allen, Rodney F. – Social Studies and the Young Learner, 1991
Offers guidelines for teaching about foreign countries in elementary school social studies lessons. Explains ways to determine content and goals, build background information, and locate instructional materials/community resources. Suggests activities for beginning, sustaining, and concluding units. Stresses importance of maintaining student…
Descriptors: Area Studies, Educational Resources, Elementary Education, Foreign Countries
