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Peer reviewedField, Sherry L.; And Others – Social Studies, 1994
Reports on a study of 16 elementary students' personal narratives on their historical memories about the Gulf War. Maintains that much can be learned about students' historical understanding when they tell about an event in story form. Suggests further research into the reasons student narratives were thin and abbreviated. (CFR)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Elementary Education, Foreign Countries, History Instruction
Peer reviewedKronowitz, Ellen L. – Social Studies, 1995
Reports on experiences and events during an educators' study tour to Vietnam. Maintains that teaching about the Tet holiday can help explain Vietnamese culture and art. Includes an annotated bibliography of 10 recommended teacher resources. (CFR)
Descriptors: Educational Strategies, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries, Holidays
The King Edward Debating Society Adds Current Events to Elementary and Middle-School Social Studies.
Peer reviewedMcGeown, Casimir – Social Studies, 1995
Describes a current affairs program involving the examination of social issues in a Canadian elementary school. Discusses significant aspects of the program, including the debate format, the use of computers, and a partnership with a local cable television company. Includes an appendix of the debating/talk-show format used. (CFR)
Descriptors: Active Learning, Cable Television, Classroom Techniques, Computer Uses in Education
