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ERIC Number: EJ218554
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1980
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Economic Problem-Solving for the Classroom.
Walstad, William
Social Studies, v71 n1 p4-7 Jan-Feb 1980
Describes a problem-solving model developed by economists that incorporates the use of economics into the high school social studies curriculum. Model components include defining the issue, identifying objectives, looking for ways to achieve objectives, identifying pertinent economic concepts, analyzing alternatives, and evaluating which alternative policy is best. (DB)
Descriptors: Economics Education, Learning Activities, Models, Problem Solving, Secondary Education, Social Studies, Teaching Methods
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Improving Citizenship Education Project (ICE)