Learning Civics in the Community.

Hamilton, Stephen F.; Zeldin, R. Shepherd

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ERIC Number: EJ360772

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Publication Date: 1987

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Learning Civics in the Community.

Hamilton, Stephen F.; Zeldin, R. Shepherd

Curriculum Inquiry, v17 n4 p407-20 Win 1987

To test an experiential learning program's effects on adolescents' knowledge and attitudes about local government, high school students serving as interns to local government officials were compared to students not yet participating in this program. Results showed that interns gained significantly in knowledge and political competence, but not in positive attitudes. Includes 30 references. (MLH)

Descriptors: Adolescents, Experiential Learning, Government School Relationship, Internship Programs, Local Government, Nontraditional Education, Secondary Education, Student Attitudes

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive

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Audience: Practitioners; Policymakers

Language: English

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