The teaching of social studies based on the integrated approach with the principles of the Threefold Training (Tri-Sikkhā)

Abstract

The success of learning Social Studies, Religion, and Culture lies in the learners' ability to understand and apply the knowledge in their daily lives, leading to a virtuous life and contributing to society. Therefore, social studies instruction connects students to learn how to live correctly and happily by engaging with real-life situations in the classroom or school, or through analyzing real-life scenarios in society. This encourages students to develop analytical thinking, stay informed about changes, understand themselves, manage their lives, and live harmoniously with others. Given the broad scope of social studies content, the teaching of Social Studies, Religion, and Culture integrates education that develops all three aspects of our lives—morality, concentration, and wisdom perfectly.