Because ethnicity is a salient part of the American social system, the author discusses the need for students to be tolerant of cultural differences. In addition, definitions of ethnicity are given, developments of recent trends are briefly traced, and criteria for selection of ethnic minority content and the value of this content are discussed.…

To help students increase their knowledge and understanding of the plight of the migrant, suggested teaching strategies and materials for considering migrants in the social studies are provided. (SM)

A variety of practical value clarification strategies are presented which can be a crucial element in a teacher preparation program designed to help teachers confront sexist values. (Author)

The behavior of scientists who studied the moon rocks from the various Apollo missions was examined over a three year period. Methods of interviews ranging from discussion to written questionnaires were designed to explore issues connected with lunar missions and to focus on specific attitudes towards these issues. The central question emphasized…

The position paper, prepared for the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, explores alternative paths for state assessment in the social studies. A set of criteria is offered which defines the general actions of problematic inquiry and provides a general framework that directs attention to the institutional underpinnings which give meaning…

General and specific directions are provided for the two-week simulation activity designed to acquaint students with laws, lawsuits, courtroom activity, and their relationship to the solution of environmental questions. (Author/SM)

The theory of using popular music to reveal issues of social change for classroom discussion is briefly explored. The major portion of the article, providing a series of specific instructional ideas, offers ten general topics on social change, each followed by a specific teacher-asked question, a strategy, and a list of recordings and themes. (SM)

Objectives and procedures are described for using a game focusing upon discussion which involves students in important and current issues. (SM)

One hundred and twenty-six children's trade books in the field of social studies during the year 1972 are listed. Selection criteria included choosing books written for grades K-8; emphasizing human relations; presenting an original theme or new slant on a traditional topic; and being highly readable. In addition to providing complete…

Describes the author's experiences during a week spent in a Zen monastery in Japan living the life of a monk. (Author/CK)

Annotates sources and resources to use in teaching secondary students about ancient Roman history, including pedagogical guides, books on various aspects of Roman civilization, reference works, journals, audiovisual and related resources, and organizations. (Author/CK)

Suggests sources of information, including books, maps, and slides, and teaching methods and activities to use in teaching ancient Roman history to secondary students. (Author/CK)

Discusses the legal rights of the ancient Roman paterfamilies (head of the household) and how these rights were exercised in actual practice as dictated by the conventions of Roman society. (Author/CK)

Discusses the Etruscans, the dearth of knowledge about them, and the information that can be ascertained from the artifacts available. (CK)

Describes several archaeological sites and Roman art works in which to study ancient Roman history, including Lavinium, Paestum, Cosa, Praeneste, the Augustine temples, Sperlonga, the J. Paul Getty Museum, and the cemetery under St. Peter's. (CK)