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Osanloo, Azadeh F. – High School Journal, 2011
This manuscript provides a historical and pedagogical framework for American educational and sociopolitical responses after national tragedies (e.g., Pearl Harbor, 9/11). Moreover, this research explores the overt xenophobic and ethnocentric tendencies (exacerbated by media forums) after these events, which triggered resurgence in a sort of…
Descriptors: Patriotism, Political Socialization, Terrorism, National Security
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LeRiche, Leo W. – Theory and Research in Social Education, 1992
Evaluates the "expanding environments" approach to social studies education. Argues that the sequence fails to portray the political environment realistically. Suggests an alternative approach that would bring all political organization levels together at each grade level. Concludes that such an approach would give students a more…
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Government (Administrative Body), Governmental Structure, Political Socialization
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Casement, William – Perspectives on Political Science, 1991
Argues that the study of Great Books need not be a politically conservative enterprise. Suggests that such a program be extended to offering the best education to all and the teaching of critical thinking. Urges that non-Western works be included as well as the best of women and minority writers. (DK)
Descriptors: Authors, Critical Thinking, Cultural Context, Dogmatism