Towards Understanding of Social Capital and Citizenship Education.

Print, Murray; Coleman, David

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ERIC Number: EJ677513

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Publication Date: 2003

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Towards Understanding of Social Capital and Citizenship Education.

Print, Murray; Coleman, David

Cambridge Journal of Education, v33 n1 p123-49 Mar 2003

Examines the argument that societies that are significantly divided demonstrate less trust, civic engagement, and cooperation among members. Discusses it from the perspective of school programs of citizenship education in democratic and newly democratic states. Suggests there are lessons for divided societies wishing to enhance their social capital. (BT)

Descriptors: Citizenship, Citizenship Education, Democracy, Developing Nations, Social Capital

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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Note: The Cambridge Journal of Education is a refereed journal. Special Issue: Citizenship Education in Divided Societies. Guest editors: Alan Smith and Murray Print.