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Wright, Ian – Social Studies, 1993
Contends that the key questions in civic education are How should people be treated? and How should disputes between people be resolved? Argues that a moral system is necessary for a civil society and that schools have a responsibility to encourage common-sense notions of ethical behavior. Includes classroom activities to illustrate this approach.…
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Class Activities, Democratic Values, Educational Objectives