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Peer reviewedOAH Magazine of History, 1995
Asserts that the study of history involves more than the passive absorption facts, dates, names, and places. Maintains that real historical understanding requires students to engage in historical thinking, to raise questions, and to marshal evidence. Describes skills for five types of historical thinking. (CFR)
Descriptors: Educational Objectives, Educational Objectives, Educational Strategies, Educational Strategies
Smith, Marshall S.; And Others – American Educator: The Professional Journal of the American Federation of Teachers, 1990
Discusses current interest in a standard national curriculum and standardized testing, including national teacher standards, flexibility on the local level, choice of textbooks, governance, and costs. Cites foreign examples and describes organizations already active in the movement. (DM)
Descriptors: Accountability, Educational Objectives, Elementary Secondary Education, Governance
Peer reviewedOAH Magazine of History, 1995
Presents the National History Standards for United States History, grades 5 through 12. Includes an overview of 10 chronological time periods. Provides student objectives and recommended learning activities. (CFR)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Educational Change, Educational Objectives, Educational Strategies
