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Peer reviewedDumas, Wayne; Dumas, Alesia – Social Studies, 1996
Investigates civic education curricular reform in the former German Democratic Republic (GDR). Discusses the problems inherent in reforming an entire educational system, from textbooks to teachers, originally designed for Marxist-Leninist purposes. Examines the German state educational structure and the role that the main political parties play in…
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Civics, Comparative Education, Curriculum Development
Peer reviewedWhite, Cameron – Social Studies, 1997
Provides an overview and analysis of the state of social studies education in Indonesia. The Indonesian education system stresses transfer of knowledge over critical thinking; religious instruction is integrated throughout the system. Discusses teacher education and school and curriculum structures. (MJP)
Descriptors: Comparative Education, Cross Cultural Studies, Curriculum Development, Educational Assessment
Peer reviewedParry, Lindsay J. – Social Studies, 1998
Explores the transnational character of social studies in Australia from 1930 to 1970 and the far-reaching nature of ideas and decisions made during this time. Specifically examines a historical case study of the adoption of social studies in Queensland from 1950 to 1970. Discusses the influence of U.S. based pedagogy. (MJP)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Educational History, Educational Objectives, Educational Philosophy
Peer reviewedMerryfield, Merry M.; Tlou, Josiah – Social Studies, 1995
Investigates social studies curriculum reform in Botswana, Kenya, Malawi, Nigeria, and Zimbabwe. Reports on each country contain a brief overview of the historical situation and current syllabus, and a discussion of the ongoing "Africanization" process. Concludes with a definition of "Africanization," its purpose, and…
Descriptors: African Culture, Comparative Education, Cultural Awareness, Cultural Pluralism
