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ERIC Number: EJ433660
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1990
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The Two Faces of Social Studies.
Engle, Shirley H.
Louisiana Social Studies Journal, v17 n1 p7-9 Fall 1990
Presents social studies' dichotomous two faces in its goals, content, and methods: the declarative versus hypothetical modes. Delineates the problem of education to produce good citizens or critical thinkers. Argues that the National Commission on Social Studies report, "Charting A Course," fails to provide a social studies program capable of reconciling the two faces. (CH)
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Controversial Issues (Course Content), Critical Thinking, Curriculum Evaluation, Educational Objectives, Educational Philosophy, Outcomes of Education, Program Content, Social Studies, Student Educational Objectives, Teaching Methods
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners
Language: English
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Identifiers: Charting a Course; National Commission on Social Studies