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What is the purpose of integrating several disciplines in social studies at the higher education level?

The purpose is to create a coherent field of subject areas that communicate with each other by sharing different academic 'tools' and perspectives for deeper analysis of social problems and issues.

What was the term 'social studies' originally coined for?

It was first coined as a catch-all for subjects like history, economics, geography, political science, philosophy, and psychology, which did not fit into the models of lower education in the United States.

What does social studies aim to train students for?

Social studies aims to train students for informed, responsible participation in a diverse democratic society.

What are the fields of humanities, the arts, and social sciences integrated into social studies?

<p>The integrated fields include history, economics, geography, political science, philosophy, and psychology.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the purposes of social studies at the level of higher education?

<p>One of the purposes is to integrate several disciplines with their unique methodologies and special focuses of concentration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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