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ERIC Number: EJ382958
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1988
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Another Viewpoint on Education for Democracy.
Gregg, Dennis R.
Social Education, v52 n7 p504,506 Nov-Dec 1988
Criticizes the American Federation of Teachers publication, "Education for Democracy." Argues that the terms democracy, freedom, and rights are not clearly defined. Emphasizes the political nature of the document and the ethnocentrism represented by the writing. Makes suggestions for improvement. (KO)
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Democratic Values, Ethnic Bias, Ethnocentrism, History, History Instruction, Ideology, Political Influences, Social Organizations, Social Studies, Teacher Attitudes, Values, Western Civilization
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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Identifiers: American Federation of Teachers; Civic Values; Education for Democracy; International Bill of Rights; United Nations