About the book
This supplemental text is an historical account of the beginning years of the social studies. Using the 1916 Social Studies report as a base, the book outlines the issues, contexts, and individuals that were influential in the genesis of the seminal social studies prototype program.
The author explains that many of our present interests such as critical thinking, decision making, inquiry, reflective thinking, foundational studies, and cultural literacy can be found within the texts of the 1916 social studies program. Saxe also shows that the roots of the social studies program are found in the social sciences and not the traditional history curriculum. Included are chronological time lines that serve to illustrate the growth of the social studies, as well as an extensive bibliography of the primary foundational works of the social studies, including the 1916 report. These materials greatly enhance the value of Saxe's work for social studies educators and students.
Editions of Social Studies in Schools
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780791407752
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780791407769
- PDF
- ISBN 9781438418759
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This supplemental text is an historical account of the beginning years of the social studies. Using the 1916 Social Studies report as a base, the book outlines the issues, contexts, and individuals that were influential in the genesis of the seminal social studies prototype program.
The author explains that many of our present interests such as critical thinking, decision making, inquiry, reflective thinking, foundational studies, and cultural literacy can be found within the texts of the 1916 social studies program. Saxe also shows that the roots of the social studies program are found in the social sciences and not the traditional history curriculum. Included are chronological time lines that serve to illustrate the growth of the social studies, as well as an extensive bibliography of the primary foundational works of the social studies, including the 1916 report. These materials greatly enhance the value of Saxe's work for social studies educators and students.
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What is Social Studies in Schools about?
This supplemental text is an historical account of the beginning years of the social studies. Using the 1916 Social Studies report as a base, the book outlines the issues, contexts, and individuals that were influential in the genesis of the seminal social studies prototype program.
The author explains that many of our present interests such as critical thinking, decision making, inquiry, reflective thinking, foundational studies, and cultural literacy can be found within the texts of the 1916 social studies program. Saxe also shows that the roots of the social studies program are found in the social sciences and not the traditional history curriculum. Included are chronological time lines that serve to illustrate the growth of the social studies, as well as an extensive bibliography of the primary foundational works of the social studies, including the 1916 report. These materials greatly enhance the value of Saxe's work for social studies educators and students.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Social Studies in Schools?
Society and Social Sciences > Education / Educational sciences / Pedagogy
Where can I read a sample of Social Studies in Schools?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780791407752
How long is Social Studies in Schools and how many pages does it have?
Social Studies in Schools has 328 page(s)
Is Social Studies in Schools part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series SUNY series, Theory, Research, and Practice in Social Education
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Social Studies in Schools?
David Warren Saxe
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Social Studies in Schools is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780791407752) and paperback(ISBN 9780791407769) and pdf(ISBN 9781438418759)
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