Political Education in a Democracy

by Harold Entwistle

Overview

In this volume the author analyzes the relationships of concepts such as socialization and political education, explains those aspects of the theory and practice of democracy that are especially relevant for schools, and suggests ways in which teachers can better provide for the political education of their students.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781136669965
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	05/04/2012
Series:	Routledge Library Editions: Education
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	156
File size:	402 KB

About the Author

Harold Entwistle

Table of Contents

1 Introduction. 2 Political Socialization or Political Education? 3 The Limitations of Traditional Political Education 4 Pupil Self-Government: Some Theoretical Considerations 5 Practical Education 6 The Meaning of Democracy 7 Political Theory and the Curriculum Political 8 Child Development and Political Education