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Download full textWojtan, Linda S. – 1987
This is an age of ascendency of the Pacific Rim area, especially the Asian sector. Recent decades have seen unprecedented economic growth throughout this area. By examining Japan, the region's pre-eminent nation and harbinger of future developments, the larger topic of the Pacific Rim can be explored. It is particularly important to teach about…
Descriptors: Area Studies, Curriculum Enrichment, Educational Needs, Elementary Secondary Education
Lockledge, Ann – 1991
This paper describes Caribbean street festivals as celebrations that reflect the historic, climate, and movement patterns of the region. Celebrations such as Carnival, Hosay, and Jonkonnu are discussed, and it is proposed that study of these and other festivals can be linked to the five thematic generalizations often utilized by geographers. These…
Descriptors: Area Studies, Cultural Activities, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries
Sargent, Marcia; Baral, Wanda – 1996
This simulation allows students to participate in the "ways" of ancient Chinese history and culture. The unit is organized into five major phases or "li's." Students may spend about one week on activities in each "li" which focuses on a major aspect of Chinese history, culture, or geography. In each "li"…
Descriptors: Area Studies, Asian History, Asian Studies, Chinese Culture
Northwest Territories Dept. of Education, Yellowknife. – 1990
This document is a guide for educators to use in planning a three credit course designed to give secondary school students in the Northwest Territories (Canada) the knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of the historical, cultural, and social foundations of their Northern society; to help them appreciate the importance and uniqueness of the…
Descriptors: Area Studies, Citizenship Education, Curriculum Design, Educational Objectives
Andrews, Sona Karentz; And Others – 1991
This monograph examines issues and problems involved in teaching geography concepts to visually and hearing impaired elementary school children. Some solutions are offered by providing a teaching unit for classroom use. The unit is designed to integrate and build upon the experiences and knowledge of all students in the class. The volume includes:…
Descriptors: Area Studies, Disabilities, Elementary Education, Elementary School Curriculum
Wojtan, Linda S., Ed.; Spence, Donald, Ed. – 1992
This collection of essays presents a rationale for incorporating teaching about Japan in the K-12 curriculum. The volume provides practical examples and guidelines about how to achieve this goal. The essays are organized into three main categories--professional development, curriculum design and enhancement, and exchange. The essays include:…
Descriptors: Area Studies, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Educational Change
