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Peer reviewedBrooks, Victor D. – History and Social Science Teacher, 1986
Reviews the historical development of Canadian studies in United States textbooks and other instructional material. Notes common shortcomings and misconceptions of early materials. Describes how an expanded and more even treatment of Canada would improve social studies instruction in the United States. (JDH)
Descriptors: Area Studies, Cross Cultural Studies, Secondary Education, Social Studies
Brooks, Victor D. – Southern Social Studies Quarterly, 1987
Examines the content and instructional approach typically used in the American studies component of the British primary school curriculum. Concludes that this rapidly expanding element of British social studies programs provides a useful first step in helping British children develop a more global perspective. (RKM)
Descriptors: Area Studies, Cultural Education, Cultural Enrichment, Elementary Education
Peer reviewedO'Brien, Edward L.; Wilderson, Fawn – Social Education, 1987
Reviews facts and statistics regarding the use of emergency powers by the South African government. Details the effects of restrictions on constitutional rights and reveals that two-thirds of all killings which occurred during the state of emergency were done by security forces. (JDH)
Descriptors: Area Studies, Constitutional Law, Court Role, Democracy
