A summary of the to-date accomplishments and development in peace education concludes with a definition of the necessary facets of a more comprehensive program than currently exists: (1) purpose; (2) issues and subjects; (3) perspective or approach; and (4) teaching methods. (JB)

Six authors, viewing from their particular expertise, express the need to nurture and develop humanization qualities in children through global education. (SM)

This bibliography lists examples of journal articles and chapters in edited books dealing with peace education; some separate prints of article size also are included. The major focus of the bibliography is on materials in English, German, and the Scandinavian languages from the last 25 years. Titles of articles are given in the original language…

The outline presented here grew out of the realization that though a great deal of study has been done on conflict, there has been little effort made to organize the concept for teachers. The concept of conflict provides a rich tool for teachers to analyze much of human behavior. When applied intelligently, it can bridge the gap between very…

Highlighting the 50th anniversary of the United Nations, this six-lesson unit of study addresses the history of the United Nations; the concepts of peace and conflict; and the topics of peacekeeping, development, relief, and the environment. One hundred handouts, suitable for transparency reproduction or classroom distribution, feature the United…

Suggests that the Judeo-Arabic heritage might play a potential role in the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. Proposes a course of instruction that can be used at the secondary and college levels and is designed to aid teachers in learning and teaching about Judeo-Arabic heritage. Contends that students benefit from analyzing complex historical issues.…

Presents several components of current events instruction for the elementary classroom. These serve as criteria for teachers to diagnose their lessons. Describes three classroom scenarios and analyzes the effectiveness of current events instruction in each. Models offered for designing classroom instruction are value analysis, decision making, and…

This paper addresses how fear and hate have had an impact on the ways in which people and nations behave. A study of World War II reveals to people the terrible consequences of fear and hate. After this long war ended, many hoped that the United Nations would put an end to warfare and the acts that had nourished hatred. Using the theme of "Fear…

This mini-unit seeks to go beyond the acrimonious and divisive debate that has generally characterized the Arab-Israeli conflict and to provide high school students with five distinct options that allow them to explore a range of alternatives for U.S. policy toward the conflict and that provide them with a context for integrating and analysing…

The relationship between internal revolution and subsequent intervention by a foreign power is examined in this guide book for senior high students. Why nations pursue a policy of military intervention and what other alternatives are available are two major questions investigated. Intervention and non-intervention are both determined policies that…

This ERIC Digest reviews the development and current status of peace education in the United States. After briefly surveying the peace education movement from its origins with a small group of educators in New England in the 1800s through its stigmatization as being anti-American during periods of hot and cold war, the Digest devotes more…

This publication contains classroom activities and fact sheets intended to teach intermediate and secondary level students about international understanding, cooperation, and peace. A background paper for teachers and a bibliography are also included. Following a very brief introduction in Part I, Part II contains teacher's notes and suggestions…

Paper presented at the Fifteenth Duke University Conference on Teaching the Social Studies.

This guide accompanies a videotape designed to provide students with insights on former president Jimmy Carter's views on peace and mediation. Activities emphasize key ideas relating to conflict resolution and human rights issues. Each activity uses student handouts and can be completed in one to three class periods. Activities include: (1)…

The resource unit prepares seventh through twelfth grade students for peace, helping them to develop an interest in peace, to realize that it is possible, and to recognize their future role in peacekeeping. Activities are included which help the student understand and assess his own and others' attitudes and beliefs toward peace; examine the…