Analyzing Social Studies Teaching in the Elementary School: Metaphors Lead the Way.

Dana, Nancy Fichtman; Tippins, Deborah J.

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ERIC Number: EJ473676

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1993

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Analyzing Social Studies Teaching in the Elementary School: Metaphors Lead the Way.

Dana, Nancy Fichtman; Tippins, Deborah J.

Social Science Record, v30 n1 p57-67 Spr 1993

Contends that metaphorical thinking can help teachers and students construct new contexts for instruction and learning. Describes the use of metaphors as the basis for a preservice elementary social studies education course. (CFR)

Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Curriculum Design, Educational Strategies, Elementary Education, Metaphors, Preservice Teacher Education, Social Studies, Student Role, Teacher Role, Teaching Methods, Teaching Models, Teaching Styles, Theory Practice Relationship

Publication Type: Reports - Descriptive; Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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