How to Use an Economic Mystery in Your History Course.

Wentworth, Donald R.; Schug, Mark C.

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ERIC Number: EJ482375

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Publication Date: 1994

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How to Use an Economic Mystery in Your History Course.

Wentworth, Donald R.; Schug, Mark C.

Social Education, v58 n1 p10-12 Jan 1994

Argues that the role of economic reasoning can provide a powerful tool for understanding U.S. history. Lists six principles that articulate important aspects of economic reasoning that can be used in teaching U.S. history. Uses the Homestead Act of 1862 to illustrate how these principles can be used in the classroom. (CFR)

Descriptors: Critical Thinking, Curriculum Development, Economic Factors, Economics Education, Educational Objectives, Educational Strategies, Elementary Secondary Education, History Instruction, Social Studies, Socioeconomic Influences, Teaching Methods, Thinking Skills, United States History

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

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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