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ERIC Number: EJ660129
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2001
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0037-7996
Discussion as a Means for Transformative Change: Social Studies Lessons from the Mississippi Freedom Schools.
Chilcoat, George W.; Ligon, Jerry A.
Social Studies, v92 n5 p213-19 Sep-Oct 2001
Provides historical background about the Mississippi Freedom Schools that aimed to assist African American elementary and secondary students in 1964. Focuses on the questioning techniques that were based in progressive methods. Addresses discussion as a method, provides an example of a Freedom School discussion, and explores the implications for current practice. (CMK)
Descriptors: Black Education, Discussion (Teaching Technique), Educational Strategies, Elementary Secondary Education, Program Content, Progressive Education, Public Education, Questioning Techniques, Social Studies, Teacher Role, Volunteers
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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Authoring Institution: N/A
Identifiers: Mississippi
Note: Social Studies is a refereed journal.