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ERIC Number: EJ420721
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 1990
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A Critically Reflective Social Studies?
Clarke, Marge
History and Social Science Teacher, v25 n4 p214-20 Sum 1990
Examines social studies in the twenty-first century from a critical theory perspective. Traces critical reflection's origins from Marxist educational theories to Jurgen Habermas's critical theory. Highlights Fred Newmann's curricular model, "Education for Citizen Action," for developing competent action in public affairs. Advocates infusing critical reflection into the social studies to empower students. (DB)
Descriptors: Citizen Participation, Citizenship Education, Critical Theory, Curriculum Development, Educational Theories, Educational Trends, Elementary Secondary Education, Inquiry, Marxian Analysis, Public Policy, Self Efficacy, Social Action, Social Studies, Social Theories, Teacher Role, Teaching Methods, Teaching Models
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses
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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners
Language: English
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