This framework is intended to provide guidelines to local schools in planning total programs, and to serve as a basis for future state adoptions of new textbook materials. The purpose of the interdisciplinary program is to provide learning experiences that will lead to the development of self and effective human relationships in a democratic society. The program is planned as a total sequence so that learning is developmental and cumulative. Elements of the program include: curriculum design, instructional resources and physical facilities, and professional growth and development of teachers. The broad theme for the elementary grades is "Man and His World" which is designed to develop cross cultural understandings. As an integral part of the objectives, children learn and apply processes of critical analysis and concept formation, and values that lead to interpersonal skill development and effective citizenship. The secondary program summary includes brief descriptions for: 11 courses in American Studies; 6 courses in World Studies; and advanced Social Science Problems course in the techniques of investigation and inquiry; and, 5 introductory courses in: anthropology, economics, philosophy, psychology, and sociology. Appendices include: State Board of Education policy, and legal provisions. (SBE)