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Peer reviewedOlson, Tazuko N. – Social Studies, 1982
Discusses three assumptions that can help achieve the goals of international studies in the elementary school. The author shows how intercultural development can be added to Kohlberg's and Piaget's stages. A unit on the Japanese house illustrates how the study of another culture can integrate social studies and mathematical skills. (SR)
Descriptors: Basic Skills, Cross Cultural Studies, Cultural Awareness, Elementary Education
