Anti-Intellectualism, Democracy, and Teacher Education: A Look at Selected Problems Associated with Critics and the Schools.

Park, J. Charles

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Publication Date: 1979-May

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Anti-Intellectualism, Democracy, and Teacher Education: A Look at Selected Problems Associated with Critics and the Schools.

Park, J. Charles

High School Journal, v62 n8 p339-45 May 1979

In this era of social stress, there are signs of increased pressure against public education from organizations on the political right. We are well advised to consider anew the dimensions of right-wing anti-intellectualism in our society and the role of educators in defending democratic principles. (Author/SJL)

Descriptors: Anti Intellectualism, Communication (Thought Transfer), Democratic Values, Elementary Secondary Education, Political Attitudes, Public Education, Resource Materials, Social Change, Stress Variables, Teacher Responsibility

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Reference Materials - Bibliographies

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Language: English

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