Teaching about the World Religions in History Class.

Abrahamson, Brant W.

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Publication Date: 1990

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Teaching about the World Religions in History Class.

Abrahamson, Brant W.

Religion & Public Education, v17 n2 p255-64 Spr-Sum 1990

Suggests ways of teaching about religion in a historically honest way on the precollege level. Urges making students objectively aware of religion to reduce susceptibility to cults. Encourages in-depth study of religions unfamiliar to students. Suggests role playing to help students understand other religions and religious conflicts. (DK)

Descriptors: Buddhism, Christianity, Cross Cultural Studies, History Instruction, Islamic Culture, Religion, Religion Studies, Role Playing, Secondary Education, Secondary School Students, Social Attitudes

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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