The Wiley Handbook of Social Studies Research is a wide-ranging resource on the current state of social studies education. This timely work not only reflects on the many recent developments in the field, but also explores emerging trends.
- This is the first major reference work on social studies education and research in a decade
- An in-depth look at the current state of social studies education and emerging trends
- Three sections cover: foundations of social studies research, theoretical and methodological frameworks guiding social studies research, and current trends and research related to teaching and learning social studies
- A state-of-the-art guide for both graduate students and established researchers
- Guided by an advisory board of well-respected scholars in social studies education research
Social studies education is a diverse field with a multiplicity of research traditions and trends. This is highlighted in The Wiley Handbook of Social Studies Research, a much-needed, wide-ranging resource on the current state of social studies education. This timely work not only reflects on the many recent developments in the field, but also explores emerging trends.
A synthesis of vast, recent research, The Wiley Handbook of Social Studies Research accomplishes innumerable goals for those working in social studies education and research. Divided into three sections, this Handbook focuses on the state of the art in social studies educational research; provides an assessment of new trends, and an exploration of current theoretical frameworks dominating the field; discusses research methodologies and theories, emerging research areas, foundations, and research methods.
The Wiley Handbook of Social Studies Research stands alone as an important guide for both novice and established researchers, filling a significant gap in the current publications in the field of social studies research.
