Recounts problems which occur when individualized instruction is used to teach social studies. Problems include that it is not realistic because the student/teacher/instructional material relationship is too complex, social studies content is too multidimensional to be learned by mastery learning, and most schools do not have the support system…

Evaluates major issues relating to censorship of public school curriculum, including academic freedom, democratic values, the will of the majority, and teacher rights. Concludes that teachers should have the major role in determining curriculum because of their unique qualifications and professional training. (Author/DB)

Provides two examples of how teachers have developed a critical and caring classroom culture. Believes that to foster this culture it is necessary to infuse the ideas of civic justice and morality into classroom activities throughout the school year. Describes how to create a classroom with a critical and caring culture. (CMK)

Discusses technological innovations and considers the societal benefits they offer. Explores the experience of present-day students who live and interact within these technological realities. Describes the changes teachers are facing and the cooperative roles of teachers and students. (CMK)

Focuses on the use of student self-assessment in the classroom. Considers using evaluative questions that enable students to think about their work and their growth as learners. Addresses self-evaluation forms for student use. Provides example evaluative questions and self-evaluation forms. (CMK)