The social studies curriculum recently has been subjected to many changes. New curriculum patterns coupled with more effective instructional strategies have altered significantly subject content and teaching methods. Drawing from contemporary research literature, newly developed curriculum guides, and blue-ribbon reports from content specialists…

More than 150 research studies were reviewed to develop this set of suggestions for teachers interested in effective history instruction. The suggestions are organized into four categories: (1) Teacher perceptions and behavior; (2) Student activities and cooperative learning; (3) Homework; and (4) Effective use of textbooks. A brief bibliography…

Provides an introduction and overview to Web sites containing information on the U.S. Civil War. Briefly reviews some of the more interesting sites, including "Personal Documents," and "Selected Statistics on Slavery." Includes a look at a Web site containing an array of social studies lesson plans. (MJP)