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Ravitch, Diane – Social Studies, 1991
Presents a paper delivered in Poland in 1989 and in five additional Eastern European cities in 1990. Defines democracy and suggests ways to teach about democratic government. Explores education's role in a democracy. Encourages student participation in student government, classroom discussion, community service, and research projects to give them…
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Citizenship Responsibility, Civics, Civil Liberties