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ERIC Number: EJ365364
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1988
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Middle Level Social Studies: Points to Ponder.
Lounsbury, John H.
Social Education, v52 n2 p116-18 Feb 1988
Argues that the greatest deficiency in U.S. education is the development of behavior that is attitude and value-driven, not information-driven. Urges social studies teachers to recognize that middle school education is a moral enterprise and adjust examples, discussion, and teaching activities accordingly. Reviews research and instructional materials supporting these views. (GEA)
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Critical Thinking, Curriculum Development, Instructional Improvement, Junior High Schools, Middle Schools, Social Studies, Student Development
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Guides - General
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Language: English
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