Using both local and global perspectives, examines some of the major issues in the study of society and environment. Focuses on the study of people as social beings and the way they interact with each other within society and culture and the environment. Aims to empower future teachers to act as informed and committed educators.

Topics covered are: All about me ; School life ; Places and spaces ; Things we need ; Environments.

Introductory guide to curriculum planning and teaching in studies of society and environment at secondary school level. Designed for teacher education courses as well as for use by practising teachers. It reviews theory and practice and discusses topics such as planning investigations and evaluation. Includes references and an index. The editor is associate professor of education at James Cook University.