10 Questions
What was the purpose of the social studies field in countries like the United States?
To promote social welfare and its development
Which individual valued inquiry as a process of learning and advocated for greater inquiry in elementary and secondary education?
John Dewey
What was the purpose of the Committee on Social Studies, as established in 1912?
To consolidate and standardize various subjects into a new subject called 'the social studies'
What was the content of Bulletin No. 28, published by the Bureau of Education in 1920?
The first written work dedicated entirely to the social studies subject
In what aspect did John Dewey value the study of history?
For its social processes and application to contemporary social problems
What is the primary purpose of social studies at the level of higher education?
To integrate several disciplines into a coherent field of subject areas
Which term is used in the education system of the Australian state of New South Wales as a similar concept to social studies?
Human Society and Its Environment (HSIE)
What does social studies aim to train students for?
Informed, responsible participation in a diverse democratic society
Which subjects does social studies encompass according to the text?
History, economics, geography and political science
What was the term 'social studies' first coined for by American educators around the turn of the twentieth century?
A catch-all for various subjects including history, economics, geography and political science
Explore the integrated study of humanities, arts, and social sciences, including history, economics, geography, and political science. Delve into the origins and purpose of social studies as a catch-all for various subjects in lower education.
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