Summary :

In the 1950s, social studies education came under attack from both citizens and the government
for the failure to promote citizenship. Events both at home and abroad eventually led to a
collective reexamination of the overall purpose and goals of social studies. As a result, over fifty
curriculum projects were developed to promote individual social sciences and advances in
curriculum design. The purpose of this article is to examine some of the major projects
developed during the new social studies movement. As well, this article provides readers with an
explanation of the various causes that led to curriculum changes. Due to the large number or
projects, the authors have selected eight of the major projects to discuss and highlight.