Recalling Public Schooling's Larger Aims.
Saved in:
| Title: | Recalling Public Schooling's Larger Aims. |
|---|---|
| Authors: | BERMAN, SHELDON H.1 berman_s@4j.lane.edu |
| Source: | School Administrator. Nov2014, Vol. 71 Issue 10, p41-43. 3p. |
| Subject Terms: | *Public education, *Civics, *Citizenship, Democratization |
| Reviews & Products: | Harvest Shame (TV program) |
| Abstract: | The author relates that the TV special "Harvest of Shame" about hunger in America, which he watched when was 10, awakened both his awareness of social injustice and a desire to correct it. Topics discussed include the author's research on the development of social consciousness and social responsibility in young people, the increasing complexity of society, politics and civic engagement, and the purpose of public education to empower citizens to positively participate in democratic processes. |
| Database: | Education Research Complete |
|
Full text is not displayed to guests.
Login for full access.
|
|
| Abstract: | The author relates that the TV special "Harvest of Shame" about hunger in America, which he watched when was 10, awakened both his awareness of social injustice and a desire to correct it. Topics discussed include the author's research on the development of social consciousness and social responsibility in young people, the increasing complexity of society, politics and civic engagement, and the purpose of public education to empower citizens to positively participate in democratic processes. |
|---|---|
| ISSN: | 00366439 |
