ERIC Number: EJ1234645
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Publication Date: 2019-Nov
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What Are the Qualities of Good Citizenship in Post-Genocide Rwanda? High School Teachers Speak through a Q-Methodological Approach
Nzahabwanayo, Sylvestre; Finchilescu, Gillian; Divala, Joseph J.
Interchange: A Quarterly Review of Education, v50 n4 p461-499 Nov 2019
Teachers play a crucial role in the political socialization of adolescents. Using Q-Methodology, we explored high school teachers' conceptions of good citizenship in post-genocide Rwanda. Teachers ranked 50 statements, describing a 'good citizen', on a 9-column grid, anchored by 'least important citizenship behaviour' and 'most important citizenship behaviour'. The four perspectives that emerged viewed good citizenship as (a) being mindful or considerate of the 1994 genocide perpetrated against the Tutsi and promoting unity as well as reconciliation among Rwandans; (b) being morally upright and demonstrating a strong sense of patriotism; (c) being politically enthusiastic; and (d) promoting justice. The study argues for a shift towards more critical forms of citizenship. It also advocates the reinforcement of democratic and participatory skills among teachers.
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, High School Teachers, Political Socialization, Citizenship, Teacher Attitudes, War, Moral Values, Patriotism, Justice, Democratic Values
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: High Schools; Secondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Rwanda
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