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Download full textGillespie, Judith; Lazarus, Stuart – 1975
Three ways to develop curriculum materials dealing with controversial political issues are described. Currently the two most popular approaches are the general theoretical discussion of important concepts and case studies. Whereas the theoretical approach may be too abstract and the case study approach too brief, a third approach combines the…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Conflict, Course Descriptions, Curriculum Development
Peer reviewedGillespie, Judith – Social Education, 1981
Points out ways in which concepts from the discipline of political science can be useful in teaching American government and history. Emphasis is placed on helping students understand basic political action choices and decision-making strategies through group work in the social studies classroom. (DB)
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Educational Needs, Educational Objectives, Elementary Secondary Education
