An American history class in Maricopa, Arizona, on Jan 22, 2015. A survey of social studies teachers found that many find primary sources online for lesson plans, but a notable minority also rely on left-leaning materials, and a handful have turned to conservative options. — The New York Times
As printed textbooks increasingly gather dust in classroom bookshelves, a new and expansive survey published Sept 19 finds that US social studies teachers are turning to digital sources and primary documents from the nation’s past.
While the most popular curriculum providers are not ideologically skewed, the report warned about a trend of “moralistic cues” in some left-leaning school districts, with lessons that seemed to direct students toward viewing American history in an “emotional” manner, as a string of injustices.
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