The sequence, content, instructional goals, methods, materials, and classroom environment of West German social studies education are described. (DE)

Describes a college introductory history seminar designed to provide a practical introduction to history through a study of Socrates. Stressed using primary sources, putting events in historical context, evaluating modern scholarship, and writing historical narrative. (CK)

Briefly outlines three major themes of American urban history pertaining to the study of all communities, and describes a program using extensive comparative community field studies which reinforces these themes. Emphasizes readings, discussion, field trips, and a month of field work. (Author/CK)

Describes a program sponsored by Newberry Library, Chicago, which aims to revitalize the study of community and family history through workshops which teach research techniques to librarians, teachers, and historical society activists. Case studies of successful family autobiography projects are presented. (Author/DB)