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Download full textPatrick, John J. – 1987
The U.S. Constitution and the Northwest Ordinance are foundations of U.S. civic culture. Since they are among the most important legacies U.S. citizens have, they deserve a prominent place in the curricula of schools and the general education of citizens. But most people do not adequately understand the Constitution and lack both awareness and…
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Civics, Constitutional History, Core Curriculum
