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Harden, G. Daniel – Social Studies, 1991
Suggests the use of key historical antisocial acts to teach social studies concepts as a means of arousing the interest of adolescents. Recommends overcoming initial sensationalism by shifting emphasis to more appropriate interests. Includes discussion of the Abraham Lincoln and John F. Kennedy assassinations and the Rosenberg spy case. Suggests…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Antisocial Behavior, Crime, History Instruction