social studies
plural noun
: a part of a school or college curriculum concerned with the study of social relationships and the functioning of society and usually made up of courses in history, government, economics, civics, sociology, geography, and anthropology
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At one point, a social studies teacher stood up from the crowd and yelled that the merger was an affront to Democracy before leaving the room.
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Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
He is certified to teach social studies for grades 7 through 12, according to state records.
—Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Apr. 2026
The Florida Board of Education approved adding Maduro to the state social studies standards in February.
—Cbs Miami Team, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
The Florida Board of Education approved adding Maduro to the state social studies standards in February.
—Ana Goñi-Lessan, Miami Herald, 20 Apr. 2026
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Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
He is certified to teach social studies for grades 7 through 12, according to state records.
—Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Apr. 2026
The Florida Board of Education approved adding Maduro to the state social studies standards in February.
—Cbs Miami Team, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
The Florida Board of Education approved adding Maduro to the state social studies standards in February.
—Ana Goñi-Lessan, Miami Herald, 20 Apr. 2026
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“Social studies.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/social%20studies. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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