It is more important than ever to teach Social Studies. In a world where so much information is available, it is essential to know how to analyze sources to detect bias and inaccuracies. Teaching Social Studies is one way to accomplish this.
There are many people who lack knowledge of History, Economics, Geography, and/or Civics. By studying Civics, students will better understand how their political system works. They will learn why it is important to fulfill their responsibilities as a citizen of this country. By studying Economics, students will have a better understanding of how the economy works. With economic knowledge, they will be able to make better financial decisions. Students will be able to learn from the past as they make decisions for today and the future through the study of History. By studying Geography, students will learn how the land and its resources affect them. The more knowledge a student has, the less likely he or she is to be swayed by the inaccurate and biased information spread by some individuals and groups.
The more knowledge a person has about the different Social Studies subjects, the more informed they are on current issues. This will help them make informed and hopefully wise decisions that will positively affect them and those affected by their decisions.
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