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ERIC Number: EJ415784
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 1989
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Religion in the Public School System of Turkey.
Frank, Kenneth W.
Religion & Public Education, v16 n1 p91-93 Win 1989
Examines how the Turkish government, while maintaining a secular nation, controls religious education. Focuses on a compulsory course, Religious Culture and Ethical Knowledge, and analyzes why parents find it unsatisfactory. Reports an increase in the number of public high schools known as Imam Hatip in which curriculum has more religious content and influence. (DB)
Descriptors: Educational Policy, Elementary Secondary Education, Ethical Instruction, Foreign Countries, Government Role, Government School Relationship, Islamic Culture, Public Schools, Religion, Religious Education
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Turkey
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