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ERIC Number: EJ401452
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1989
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Understanding Contemporary Terrorism.
Mitchell, Thomas H.
International Journal of Social Education, v4 n1 p99-106 Spr 1989
Discusses the issue of terrorism as it exists today and examines progress that has been made toward understanding its dimensions. Suggests how this subject can be explored in the classroom. Dispels misconceptions about terrorism by defining the term, and examines some causes of terrorism and strategies employed by terrorists. (KO)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Classroom Techniques, Controversial Issues (Course Content), Current Events, Secondary Education, Social Studies, Teaching Methods, Terrorism, World Affairs, World Problems
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Non-Classroom
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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners
Language: English
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