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Benimmas, Aicha; Kerski, Joseph; Solis, Patricia – International Research in Geographical and Environmental Education, 2011
Basic education in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) seems to be characterized by lecture methods of instruction, a lack of interdisciplinary approaches and a disconnection with local community problems. During 2008, a "My Community, Our Earth" (MyCOE) workshop was organized in the MENA region and involved teachers of geography,…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Elementary Secondary Education, Basic Skills, Workshops
Wallize, John A. – Extension Service Review, 1971
Relates Iowa's experience with a Government by the People" program for adults using materials from high-school public affairs course on local government. Among the results: most participants believed there would be fewer governmental problems if all people agreed on objectives; most are already satisfied with their local governments. (PD)
Descriptors: Adult Programs, Citizenship Responsibility, Community Problems, Discussion Groups