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Peer reviewedHaynes, Charles C.; Kniker, Charles R. – Social Education, 1990
Provides guidelines for successful classroom teaching about religion. Contends that teachers must be free of advocacy and that teachers should not solicit information about students religious affiliation. Encourages teachers to avoid the pitfalls of relativism and reductionism when discussing religion. (DB)
Descriptors: Controversial Issues (Course Content), Curriculum Development, Discussion (Teaching Technique), Elementary Secondary Education
Peer reviewedKniker, Charles R. – Religion & Public Education, 1990
Compares assumptions regarding teaching about religions found in a 1959 report with those held by contemporary advocates of religion studies. Explores ways of preparing future teachers to handle teaching about religions. Urges teachers to be aware of students' religious perspectives. Suggests using reference to religions in textbooks, legal cases…
Descriptors: Censorship, Content Analysis, Court Litigation, Extracurricular Activities
Peer reviewedKniker, Charles R. – Religion & Public Education, 1989
Summarizes findings of a 50-state survey of state laws, regulations, and guidelines concerning religion and moral education. Describes legislation affecting the curriculum, student and teacher behavior, and nonpublic schools in 30 topic areas. Reports the need for further verification and clarification. Finds minimal regional differences.…
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Curriculum, Educational Legislation, Educational Research
