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Teaching Controversial Issues in a Disputed Region: The Case of the Golan Heights

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The study of controversial issues in schools has been discussed extensively. There is less understanding of pedagogies addressing these issues in controversial geographic areas. This study examined approaches to teaching controversial issues in Golan Heights schools from the mid-1980s to the early 2000s. Analysis of materials from five elementary schools showed strategies avoiding engagement with controversy. This approach compromises democratic values and hinders public discourse. The findings provide insights for developing democratic participation among youth as future citizens and may inform democratic participation in other controversial regions.

Source: International Journal of Educational Reform

DOI: 10.1177/10567879251380253

Authors: Orly Ganany-Dagan, Anat Kidron, Shmuel Shamai

Institutions: Tel Hai Academic College, University of Haifa

Language: English

Topic: Educator Training and Historical Pedagogy

Subfield: Sociology and Political Science

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Quality education, Peace, justice, and strong institutions

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,400