Controversial issues 2019

    • [PDF File]Journal of International Social Studies, v. 9, n. 2, 2019, pp 35-55 - ed

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      Controversial issues are best discussed in democratic, student-centered classrooms (Misco, 2011). Students need to be able to take on multiple perspectives through discussions of controversies (Misco, 2011). Discussions of controversial issues can be powerful learning tools when teachers are prepared


    • [PDF File]TEACHING CONTROVERSIAL ISSUES - CNS

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      terms, controversial issues can be described as being: • Issues that deeply divide society • Issues that challenge personally held values and beliefs (for example strong political positions) • Issues that generate conflicting explanations (for example historical events) • Issues that evoke an emotional response


    • [PDF File]Tips for Tackling Sensitive History & Controversial Current Events in ...

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      call for neutrality that leads teachers to avoid discussion of “controversial” issues (such as racism, inequality, gun violence, difficult historical topics, etc.) out of fear of appearing political or partisan, is problematic. The K-12 classroom, when organized and prepared appropriately, is an ideal place for every


    • [PDF File]4810 TEACHING ABOUT CONTROVERSIAL ISSUES - Peru CSD

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      to follow when presenting controversial issues in the classroom: 1. In the classroom, matters of a controversial nature shall be handled as they arise in the normal course of instruction and not introduced for their own sake. Such issues shall be neither sought nor avoided. 2. When presenting various positions on a controversial issue, the teacher


    • [PDF File]Dealing With Controversial Issues - Learner

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      All social studies teachers must inevitably deal with controversial issues, ranging from basic ideas of fairness and equality in a democracy, to immigration, to the distribution of world resources. Controversial issues require students to conduct thorough research, master concepts on both sides of an issue, and develop a perspective of their own.


    • [PDF File]RAN ISSUE PAPER - Migration and Home Affairs

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      discussing taboos and controversial topics with youngsters is one of the most pressing challenges, relevant throughout the EU. In discussing taboo topics, youngsters are also confronted with other values, and can be encouraged to assess their own and other opinions critically. These are key skills in building resilience to radicalisation (5).


    • Discussing Controversial Issues

      issues in the classroom. Controversial issues, in this context, are “issues that deeply divide a society, that generate conflicting explanations and solutions based upon alternate worldviews” (Stradling, 1984, p. 121). 1 1 There is an ongoing debate about what is the appropriate criterion for deeming an issue controversial. In this study, I do not engage with this


    • [PDF File]Psychology 311-04 Controversial Issues in Psychology Fall 2019

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      Controversial Issues in Psychology . Fall 2019. Instructor: John Adamopoulos . Office: 2204 ASH Office Phone: 331-2388 E-mail: adamopoj@gvsu.edu . Office Hours: M,W 1:30-3:00 pm, and by appointment. Readings: To be announced on Blackboard (look in “Course Documents”) Course Description


    • [PDF File]Controversial issues: A mixed study with middle school students

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      Some of the controversial issues that are covered in the social studies curriculum are freedom of thought, democracy, environmental pollution, technology, economic resources, violence against women, and human rights (MEB, 2018). It can be expressed that controversial issues are also effective in skill teaching or development.


    • [PDF File]Dealing With Controversial Issues

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      All social studies teachers must inevitably deal with controversial issues, ranging from basic ideas of fairness and equality in a democracy, to immigration, to the distribution of world resources. Controversial issues require students to conduct thorough research, master concepts on both sides of an issue, and develop a perspective of their own.


    • Head Start: Overview and Current Issues - Congress

      In March 2019, HHS issued a proposed rule that would eliminate the full school day/year standard for center-based Head Start programs. Instead, these programs would be required to operate at least 3.5 hours per day for at least 128 or 160 days per year (depending on how many days they operate each week). Comments were due in May 2019.


    • [PDF File]INB Studying Controversial Issues - monroe.k12.or.us

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      Teachers will present an overall view of controversial issues and will guard against giving personal opinions until students have had an opportunity to: 1. Find, collect and assemble factual material on the subject. 2. Interpret the data without prejudice. 3. Reconsider assumptions and claims and to reach their own conclusions.


    • [PDF File]IMB - TEACHING ABOUT CONTROVERSIAL ISSUES

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      A. It is the responsibility of the schools to make provision for the study of controversial issues. 1. The study of controversial issues should be defined in terms of the rights of students rather than in terms of the rights of teachers. 2. The study should be emphasized in the high school, when most students are mature enough to study the significant controversial issues facing our society. 3.


    • [PDF File]PREPARING YOUR CLASS TO DISCUSS CONTROVERSIAL ISSUES - Close Up Foundation

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      INTRODUCTION: WHY DISCUSS CONTROVERSIAL ISSUES IN CLASS? There are so many demands on teacher time and student time that it can be daunting to consider adding one more thing to an already full instructional plate. However, the reasons to take on the study of controversial issues in the classroom far outweigh the objections against them.


    • [PDF File]Social Studies Teachers’ Opinions and Practices Regarding Teaching ...

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      only responsible person who can discuss controversial issues in the classroom. However, controversial issues which are discussed internationally in general terms, such as terrorism, democracy, migration, war, and human rights, are included in the curriculum. As can be understood from these statements, the fact that controversial issues can be


    • Managing Controversial Issues

      Managing Controversial Issues Joint programme “Democratic and Inclusive School Culture in Operation” (DISCO) 10 October 2019 Brussels Ted Huddleston, Young Citizens, UK


    • [PDF File]Policy 606.1 Procedures for Handling Questioned Materials and ...

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      CONTROVERSIAL ISSUES I. PURPOSE: To provide direction in handling questioned materials and controversial issues in schools. II. GENERAL STATEMENT OF POLICY The Bloomington Public School System believes in the principles of intellectual freedom, as stated in its Instructional Materials Selection Policy 606. The District also recognizes that as


    • [PDF File]INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAM Controversial Issues R-7142 Curriculum 1 of 2

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      Controversial Issues R-7142 Curriculum 1 of 2. 1.0 Issues Presented Openly and Fairly. 1.1 The individual faculty member who is discussing controversial issues should present the issues openly, with fairness and clarity. 1.2 The faculty member should avoid imposing personal opinions by the pressure of authority in the classroom. 1.3 Arguments ...


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