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Hedrick, Charles W. – Humanities, 1993
Discusses the ambiguous attitude toward literacy in ancient Athenian society. Asserts that few Athenian citizens could read, yet reading was regarded as intrinsic to democratic practices. Maintains that the democratic power of writing rests in the active, social interaction of citizens. (CFR)
Descriptors: Ancient History, Citizenship Education, Democracy, Democratic Values
Kaltenheuser, Skip – Humanities, 1991
Outlines projects organized by the Pennsylvania Humanities Council to celebrate the Bill of Rights bicentennial. Concentrates on a poster exhibit consisting of 12 panels depicting civil rights with accompanying essays. Stresses promoting the Bill of Rights' relevance to students' lives and the humanities role in teaching lessons from history and…
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Civil Liberties, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law
