Science fiction provides three major areas for providing an innovative technique for teaching social sciences: 1) concern with the future; 2) flexibility in dealing with ideas: and 3) interest and readability. A selected bibliography provides resources which correspond to topical concerns of social studies. (Author/JR)

Twenty techniques for teaching reading in social studies classes and eight suggestions for making social studies more interesting and relevant for the student are included. (DE)

A secondary course uses an integrated approach to teach economic analysis through sports. The course takes a microeconomic look at one segment of the national economy, providing an in-depth analysis of the American sport scene through the eyes of an economist. Evaluation techniques are discussed and a reprint of the course outline is provided.…

Discusses the use of virtual expeditions in the social studies classroom through a real-life journey documented on the Internet using images, sounds, and text. Addresses how virtual expeditions work, includes four web sites to locate virtual expeditions, and explores such issues as the computer system requirements, support, and cost. (CMK)

Provides ways teachers can make U.S. history more meaningful for students. Suggests using family photographs; making family trees; planning activities that focus on commemorative celebrations; creating a time line; reading biographies; and collecting stamps. (GG)

Describes a teleconference between U.S. students and students from other countries. Points out that current world issues became more relevant for U.S. students. Stresses the value of international telephone technology to show students the relationship of their ideas and values with those of young people from around the world. (GG)