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Cole, Robert A. – New England Social Studies Bulletin, 1987
Explores the importance of fundamental beliefs about the nature of reality, society, and self. Presents a list of 15 commonly-held U.S. beliefs which are often rejected by members of non-western cultures such as India. (Author/BSR)
Descriptors: Beliefs, Cross Cultural Studies, Cultural Differences, Cultural Images
Desai, Prakash O.; Haggerson, Nelson L. – WCCI Forum: Journal of the World Council for Curriculum and Instruction, 1987
Describes a visit to the Anand Niketan Ashram in the interior of the State of Gujarat India, an internationally known school with a model education for meaningful citizen participation. Explores the program's philosophy activities and describes how the authors came together to have this experience and write this article. (BSR)
Descriptors: Educational Objectives, Educational Philosophy, Foreign Countries, Global Approach
Bode, Robert Allen – 1988
Analysis of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi's philosophy and rhetoric during a particular campaign for social change will show that his strategies for social change, commonly referred to as "Satyagraha," are rooted in a unique rhetorical perspective. Gandhi repeatedly warned against the use of violent speech and acts, and he has prescribed…
Descriptors: Communication (Thought Transfer), Foreign Countries, International Relations, Interpersonal Relationship
