Upoznavanje prirode i društva za IV razred osnovne škole: Priručnik za učitelje
A teaching manual, written by a teacher from the Županja district in the early years of communist Yugoslavia. It is intended to support the teaching of science and society for fourth grade students, reflecting the educational goals and ideology of that er
The content of the manual is aligned with the curriculum, which emphasizes learning about natural and social phenomena through simple, practical, and ideologically oriented lessons.
The manual focuses on topics such as basic natural processes (weather, flora and fauna, soil), economic activities (agriculture, industry), and social values of the socialist system, including collectivism, work, and togetherness. The methodological approach involves active learning through observation, conversation, and practical activities, adapted to the age of the students. Special emphasis is placed on connecting with the local environment of Županja, which encourages children to understand their homeland in the context of the socialist homeland.
The authors, Martin Robotić, a respected pedagogue, and Štefanija Gut, offer guidelines for teachers on how to guide students towards developing an awareness of nature and society in a spirit of collective responsibility. The manual reflects the spirit of the times, promoting the values of work, equality, and patriotism within the Yugoslav context, with an emphasis on the practical application of knowledge.
One copy is available
