The nature of the Soviet system of atheistic indoctrination is elaborated as an organic part of the entire process of teaching and upbringing, taught in all grades, in all subjects, and in all extracurricular and extra-school work. It is based on scientific criticism of religion, deduction, interdisciplinary study, militant student participation…

An analysis of the forms and methods by which the clergy influences the young people of the Soviet Union. An understanding of these makes it possible to define vital problems in atheistic work, especially in the school. (Author/SE)

Describes and comments on rationale for moral education under socialism in Soviet Union. Discusses current Soviet children's literature as attempt to systematize and coordinate moral education and political socialization in elementary and secondary schools. Cites evidence of reconstructionist ideology in curriculum and planned educational…

Current trends in ethical/moral instruction are placed in context by tracing educational and social change from the 19th century to the present. The focus on religion for salvation and on good behavior lasted in modified form well into the 19th century. In the late 19th century curriculum in the schools changed due to immigration, industrialism,…

A comparative analysis of values education in the United States, Germany, Japan, Great Britain, the Soviet Union, Sweden, and Canada analyzed eight assertions: (1) No institution with education as its primary aim can be value neutral; (2) Countries differ in values which characterize their political cultures and in values which are taught in…