This Handbook outlines the current state of research in social studies education - a complex, dynamic, challenging field with competing perspectives about appropriate goals, and on-going conflict over the content of the curriculum. Equally important, it encourages new research in order to advance the field and foster civic competence; long maintained by advocates for the social studies as a fundamental goal.
In considering how to organize the Handbook, the editors searched out definitions of social studies, statements of purpose, and themes that linked (or...
This Handbook outlines the current state of research in social studies education - a complex, dynamic, challenging field with competing pe...
"The authors' research is well known and among the most important American works being done on how children learn history. It is thus a great idea to gather this pivotal research in one place. The volume offers a new perspective through the authors' reflections on the research process. It is profound without pomposity, ideal for the intended audience; the tone is just right. There really isn't another book that does what this one does."
Stephen J. Thornton, University of South Florida
Researching History Education combines a selection of Linda Levstik's and Keith...
"The authors' research is well known and among the most important American works being done on how children learn history. It is thus a great idea ...
"The authors' research is well known and among the most important American works being done on how children learn history. It is thus a great idea to gather this pivotal research in one place. The volume offers a new perspective through the authors' reflections on the research process. It is profound without pomposity, ideal for the intended audience; the tone is just right. There really isn't another book that does what this one does."
Stephen J. Thornton, University of South Florida
Researching History Education combines a selection of Linda Levstik's and Keith...
"The authors' research is well known and among the most important American works being done on how children learn history. It is thus a great idea ...
