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Randolph-Robinson, Brenda – Interracial Books for Children Bulletin, 1984
Examines the representation of South Africa in geography and history textbooks currently being used in American schools. Asserts that these books are flawed with misleading, inaccurate, and racist texts and illustration. Offers recommendations for revising the view American students are given of South Africa. (KH)
Descriptors: African History, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries, Racial Bias
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Direct linkBednarz, Sarah W. – International Research in Geographical and Environmental Education, 2004
Textbooks play a central role in the US education system. High school level World Geography textbooks are an important tool in the campaign to reform geography education in the United States, particularly through the introduction of the National Geography Standards. The status of the Standards in US schools is appraised. Five factors (authority,…
Descriptors: Geography Instruction, Textbook Selection, World Geography, Educational Change
