Discusses the "Democracy in the School" (DES) pilot project conducted at three schools in Germany's Northrine-Westphalia state. Explains that the project was an effort to introduce Lawrence Kohlberg's "Just Community" model by creating shared rules and stimulating moral judgment competence. Reveals that the project incorporated…

In order to earnestly carry out the spirit of Comrade Jiang Zemin's February 1, 2000, "Conversations on Issues in Education" and his important speech at the Party Central Committee's Ideological and Political Work Conference; further strengthen and improve primary and secondary school (including vocational secondary school) moral…

This article focuses on the development of, and new theorising about, a strong democracy education intervention, the Just Community approach. Three questions frame the discussion: (1) Does democracy education change children and adolescents or do students in these programs change their schools, or is there a dynamic interaction over time? (2) How…

Education and morality have been essential codes of the Cuban ideological apparatus since the victory of the Revolution in 1959. Rooted deep in the political traditions that created that ideology, drove the rebellion and shaped the Revolution, but reinforced by the following radicalisation and mobilisations, these interrelated codes also informed…

This third edition, now published by Pine Forge Press, features original readings and article excerpts by leaders in the area of Sociology of Education. With a wide array of theoretical perspectives, a broad range of respected sources, and inclusion of both classic and contemporary studies, this comprehensive, integrated text addresses key issues…

In this commentary, the author proposes that conservation groups, such as the Sierra Club devote more attention to environmental education. The proposed role of these groups at all levels of education is investigated. The need for short and long-term goals, ethics education, and improved teacher education are presented. (BT)

Controversy over a proposed outcome-based-education package in Pennsylvania forced school reformers to eliminate explicit values instruction from the curriculum. Although respect and responsibility were agreed-upon moral values, tolerance was not. Proponents erred by failing to publicize and promote positive aspects of the reform, underestimating…

Focuses on educational changes that seem necessary for future graduates to take up the emerging social and ethical challenges of their profession. Summarizes some Australian initiatives, presents some approaches to teaching ethics, and suggests some ways to encourage both the study of ethics and actual ethical practices. Outlines the changes in…

Moral education is always closely associated with politics in China, and the term 'moral education' is often interchangeable with such other terms as ideological and political education. Officially, moral education is seen as an important tool in upholding the socialist nature of the school and society. This paper examines the changing political…

The past two consecutive administrations in the Philippines saw the need for developing a greater sense of national identity among Filipinos. In response, the Education Sector strengthened the teaching of values on national ideals and Filipino heritage. One reform was the offering of Moral Education as an independent subject in the secondary…

We welcome you to the International Conference on Education and New Developments 2014, taking place in Madrid, Spain, from 28 to 30 of June, 2014. Education, as an important right in our contemporary world, began since we exist. Knowledge and skills were passed by adults to the young, and cultures began to extend their experiences through various…

The author traces the direction that morality is taking today. As a result of this direction a new presentation and a new method of teaching morality is examined. (Author/DE)

Discusses government proposals to do away with compulsory worship in British schools and speculates on the role and content of religious education without worship. Concludes that the study of religious phenomena and underlying principles (theology) may prove too superficial to provide a deep understanding of the significance of religion. (GEA)

Focuses on the pioneering efforts concerning moral education and educational reform by British educator Frederick James Gould. Discusses the application of his socialistic ideas to further three causes: (1) socialism and secularism; (2) positivism; and (3) a form of middle class radicalism. (KDR)

Argues for a restoration of character education in the public schools and the preparation of character educators. It details the attributes of successful character educators and offers suggestions about ways in which teacher education programs can prepare teachers for their work as character educators. (GR)