Author: Charles Benjamin Cox

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Published: 1967

Total Pages: 378

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This book makes two basic assumptions. First, an accurate picture of the content, methods, and goals of social studies courses is best obtained by analyzing a representative sample of widely used textbooks. Second, the most important function of social studies courses is to develop skills of critical inquiry among students. The central purpose of this volume has been to assess critically the quality and content of elementary, junior high, and senior high school social studies instruction in the United States today. This volume tries to provide both experienced and prospective teachers creative suggestions on how to use and evaluate existing social studies materials and instructional procedures. There are also guidelines for future developments in social studies teaching.