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Haynes, Charles C.; Kniker, Charles R. – Social Education, 1990
Provides guidelines for successful classroom teaching about religion. Contends that teachers must be free of advocacy and that teachers should not solicit information about students religious affiliation. Encourages teachers to avoid the pitfalls of relativism and reductionism when discussing religion. (DB)
Descriptors: Controversial Issues (Course Content), Curriculum Development, Discussion (Teaching Technique), Elementary Secondary Education

Boardman, Edna M. – Social Education, 1992
Provides a reference guide on religious materials in the public school library. Argues that social studies teachers can integrate references on religion into their teaching while respecting the freedom of conscience of their students. Identifies documents, fiction, nonfiction, periodicals, and the appropriate section of the Dewey Decimal…
Descriptors: Controversial Issues (Course Content), Dewey Decimal Classification, Educational Resources, Instructional Materials