Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ364247
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1987
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Cartographic Ethnocentricity.
Phipps, William E.
Social Studies, v78 n6 p260-63 Nov-Dec 1987
Provides examples of distorted maps drawn by people from various times and countries. Argues that maps can be culturally confining and can reinforce ethnocentricity. States that exposure to many cartographic perspectives can help a person overcome ethnocentric cultural conditioning. Includes activities and questions for promoting cartographic perspectives. (GEA)
Descriptors: Cartography, Ethnocentrism, Geography Instruction, Higher Education, Maps, Secondary Education, Social Studies
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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