Abstract
DESPITE the revolution of the past decade, the high school history curriculum is still considered irrelevant, repetitious, and boring by many students and teachers. Regardless of new teaching strategies and learning activities, the subject matter under consideration still appears to be the crucial element. Without an interesting topic or subject nothing else seems to matter. Even the most innovative teacher of tenth grade world history or eleventh grade American history cannot interest every student in every topic offered during the course of the school year. The typical sequence of history courses, as well as the subjects offered, does not provide an equally viable program for all students. Differing needs and interests necessitate not only varied learning experiences, but also various subject options for students. Elective courses have long helped to provide for the different subject needs and interests of college students. However, college students are probably more like their peers in terms of ability and interest than are their secondary school counterparts. It is difficult to understand, therefore, why one prescribed course of study in history prevails at the college level and not at the secondary level. Breadth and depth options should be provided students at all levels.
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