This article presents a review on "Defining deviance: sex, science, and delinquent girls, 1890-1960," by Michael A. Rembis. This is the first book by Michael A. Rembis, an Associate Professor and Director of the Center for Disability Studies at the University of Buffalo. Drawing on thousands of case files from the Illinois State Training School in…

Traces the development of Afro-American history since Carter Woodson founded the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History in 1915. Reviews two books, BLACK HISTORY AND THE HISTORICAL PROFESSION (Meier and Elliott, 1986) and THE STATE OF AFRO-AMERICAN HISTORY: PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE (Hine, 1986), stating that they illustrate the…

Finds that "Strangers from a Different Shore" is a balanced and successful example of sociological research in the comparative/historical manner, and recommends it highly. Notes that quantitative sociological research on Asian Americans is relatively undeveloped. (DM)

Reviews a historical overview of the American Indian tribes of Wisconsin, emphasizing the contrasts in lifestyle between the Chippewa and the Winnebago. Criticizes the book for its many unsupported, or inadequately supported, controversial statements. (SV)

Commends the book as a general introduction. Finds, however, that much of the material is secondary, with insufficient attribution. The book's coverage of the postwar period is largely anecdotal and does not record the recent emergence of ethnic and political consciousness, community organization, and artistic expression among Asian Americans. (DM)

This document reviews a dozen history textbooks. The following American History textbooks are reviewed: (1) Joyce Appleby, Alan Brinkley, and James M. McPherson, The American Journey: Building a Nation (Glencoe, 2003), and Joyce Appleby, Alan Brinkley, Albert S. Broussard, James M. McPherson, and Donald A. Ritchie, The American Republic Since 1877…

"Strangers from a Different Shore" paints a panoramic vista, speaks with an epic voice, is easy to read, but contains many misleading statements and imprecise generalizations. The author fails to acknowledge his debt to other researchers and writers. (DM)

"Strangers from a Different Shore" makes significant use of Asian-American literature, especially autobiography, but consistently misses the women's viewpoints of themselves and their experiences. Cites interesting and pertinent material might have been included. Calls for a feminist treatment of this subject. (DM)

Presents brief reviews of 43 books that connect in some way to a social studies curriculum. Notes that most of the books are historical fiction. Appends a list of 59 of the best books not reviewed. (RS)

Describes "Point of View" software which combines a database with an authoring program and the option of multimedia. Notes that the program is useful for teaching U.S. history, computer literacy, research, and writing. (SR)

Includes reviews of Stubblefield and Keane's "Adult Education in the American Experience" (Amy Rose); Kett's "Pursuit of Knowledge under Difficulties" (Fred Schied); Schied's "Learning in Social Context" (Tom Heaney); and commentary by Arthur Wilson on the books and reviews, providing a perspective on historical…

Provides reviews of 11 historical novels with a U.S. setting that secondary school teachers recommend for adolescent readers. (PRA)

Reviews textbook on history of American education. Maintains that it lacks adequate citation of primary sources; does not clarify key concepts in the history of American education; gives a cursory overview of educational philosophy and psychology; and lacks coverage of several important issues. Cautions against its use, and suggests modification…

The January 1994 issue of "The Annals" of the American Academy of Political and Social Science provides an overview of thought and discussion concerning the role of colleges and universities during World War II and in the postwar era. Edited by T. R. McConnell and Malcolm Willey, the issue contained articles by educators, most of whom became more…

Describes and evaluates seven computer simulation games that help students learn about United States history, geography, and other cultural groups living in the United States. These simulations help students learn by having them experience life as an explorer of an unknown land that is now part of the United States. Program evaluations are…