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Schools
offering examples of student work in Social Studies and technology, presented on the Web *** Project WOW at EIU & Carl Sandburg School Pocantico Hills School***totally excellent Singapore American School *** click Gr.2, Mrs.Procida Central Elementary School Grade 3 virtual museum |
Social
studies education generates a spirit of inquiry based on
democratic personal agency. The social studies transform
knowledge and experience into the ability, concern, and
commitment to make decisions for the common good in a diverse
and interdependent world. Technology tools readily apply to
the human realms of democracy and social ethics. As you
explore these links think about quality of information,
usefulness for curriculum development, instructional
strategies, and appeal for children, and benefit to the future
of the planet and the global community.