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Peer reviewedKilgour, David – Canadian Social Studies, 1993
Reviews the results of the October 26, 1992, national referendum on the Canadian constitution. Describes the impact of the results on the provinces of western Canada. Concludes that a new national election should be called to resolve further the constitutional issues. (CFR)
Descriptors: Biculturalism, Constitutional Law, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries
Download full textMiller, Barbara; Parisi, Lynn – 1992
The role of the U.S. Constitution as a model for an influence on the establishment of governments in other nations offers an effective vehicle for expanding education about this nation's civic values, rights, and responsibilities. By studying how the ideas and principles of the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights have been adopted, adapted,…
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law, Cross Cultural Studies
Peer reviewedMachado, Priscilla H. – Michigan Social Studies Journal, 1988
Explores the court structure in the United States and Canada. Explains the consequences of a dual or integrated system and why Canadians are adopting the U.S. system. (DB)
Descriptors: Civil Law, Constitutional History, Constitutional Law, Court Role
Peer reviewedMock, Karen R. – Canadian Social Studies, 1995
Maintains that educators have been at the forefront in the quest for equal opportunity. Asserts, however, that there is resistance to recognizing and removing bias from the curriculum and instructional materials. Discusses challenges in implementing inclusive education in Canadian schools. (CFR)
Descriptors: Civil Liberties, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law, Curriculum Development
