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ERIC Number: EJ674585
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2003
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ISSN: ISSN-0031-7217
Teaching Democracy: What Schools Need To Do.
Kahne, Joseph; Westheimer, Joel
Phi Delta Kappan, v85 n1 p34-40,57-67 Sep 2003
Describes common curricular components of 10 education programs to teach students democratic citizenship. Highlights characteristics of three programs: a high school government course, a college-level program, and an adult education program. Describes three broad priorities of successful programs: commitment, capacity, and connection. Includes a guide to organizations, programs, and resources. (Contains 1 figure and 32 references.)(PKP)
Descriptors: Adult Education, Citizenship Education, College Programs, Democracy, Educational Resources, Elementary Secondary Education, Program Development
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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