(1995). Realists, Radicals, and Rainbows. The Twenty-Eighth Amy Morris Homans Lecture 1994. Quest, v47 n1 p115-30 Feb. Challenges physical education professionals to be realists who name the conditions around them that divide according to group identity and thus perpetuate injustice; to be radicals who work to change conditions; and to build and follow a rainbow path to a future where social justice, human rights, and the human condition are first priorities. (JB)…
(1994). Humane Education: The Ultima Thule of Global Education. Green Teacher, n39 p9-17 Jun-Sep. In the first of a two-part article, the author surveys the field of humane education and explores its connection with human rights and environmental education. Human education is considered the "Ultima Thule," or a far-away, unknown, region within the field of education. Concludes with two humane education activities. (LZ)…
(1982). North of 49: Schools and Controversial Books in Canada. Phi Delta Kappan, v63 n7 p448-49 Mar. Explores complexities of book controversies in Canadian schools. Canada lacks clear guidelines for addressing issues of schools and religion and an authoritative codification of fundamental human rights; thus Canadians fighting censorship must do so ad hoc. (WD)…
(1980). Psychiatric Power and Responsibility: Abuse and Abdication, A Proposed Corrective Conference. Humanist, v40 n4 p9-13 Jul-Aug. Touches upon problems which result from abuses of governmental power–as, for example, in the case of governments diagnosing political dissenters as insane. Relates issues of power and responsibility to civil liberties and human rights. (Author/CK)…
(2000). Peace Education: The Importance of Social Engagement Skills and a Human Rights Framework. This paper is set in the context of the political problems facing Northern Ireland and the educational responses to these problems. It focuses on the importance of globally accepted human rights values to a divided society and the role of education in promulgating these. The paper discusses the methodology of human rights education in the light of educational theory about the value of experiential learning, and the importance of self-esteem and positive attitudes toward others. It defines peace as on-going conflict resolution. Examples are given of good practice where schools have transformed the atmosphere and relationships through the introduction of democratic structures and the teaching of conflict resolution skills. Educational responses to the conflict in Northern Ireland are described, set against the backdrop of recent debates about values in education and education for democratic citizenship. Finally, the paper discusses some of the debates and research which, it is hoped,… [PDF]
(1978). Race Issues for High School Students. Multiculturalism, v2 n2 p7-8. Presented in this article is a Rights Awareness Test (RAT) dealing with race issues and their coverage by the law. This test can be used in the classroom as a vehicle for discussion on contemporary human rights issues. (Author/EB)…
(1973). The Influence of Martin Luther King on Education. Adult Leadership, 21, 10, 310-12,342, Apr 73. In a sense, Martin Luther King was an educator whose students composed citizens of the United States, whose classroom encompassed the entire country, and whose course contents and lesson plans included civil rights, race relations, human rights, and love. (Author)…
(1993). Globalization of Constitutional Law and Civil Rights. Journal of Legal Education, v43 n2 p261-70 Jun. Two issues are discussed: (1) reasons for raising global and international human rights issues in constitutional law, civil rights, and administrative law courses in United States law schools; and (2) barriers to globalization of courses and ways to overcome them. (MSE)…
(1992). A Constitution for a United Germany: The Basic Law. Update on Law-Related Education, v16 n3 p28-33,49-50 Fall. Describes the development and structure of the German constitution, known as The Basic Law. Discusses recent changes, particularly in areas of family law and women's rights. Contends that the German parliament is considering expanding provisions related to human rights. (CFR)…
(2008). New Role of Special Schools: Empowering Mainstream Teachers to Enhance Inclusive Education in Western Cape, South Africa. Journal of the International Association of Special Education, v9 n1 p105-108 Spr. In South Africa we had an education system that was content-based, inflexible, oppressive, and segregated in terms of disability and race. It was determined by time, calendar and by failing and passing at the end of the year. Learners had to "fit into" a particular kind of system or were integrated into an existing system. A shift is now taking place towards a new, liberating system of education that is Outcomes-Based Education (OBE). OBE is inclusive in terms of disability and race and has a flexible approach to time and progression. Special needs education is a sector where the ravages of apartheid remain most evident. Here, the segregation of learners on the basis of race was extended to incorporate segregation on the basis of disability. Our Constitution (DOE, 1996) serves as the basis of our democratic state, common citizenship, our values and human dignity, the achievement of equality and the advancement of human rights and freedom. The new Ministry of Education had… [Direct]
(1994). Education for Human Rights. An International Perspective. Studies in Comparative Education. This book presents theoretical studies and national experiences of how education might respond to war, natural catastrophes, or disease, thereby making people more aware and successful at managing difficult situations. The volume's 15 authors, drawn from many parts of the world, deal with human rights (especially those of women, children, minorities, and indigenous populations), equality of educational opportunity, cultural values, social responsibility, international understanding, cooperation, and peace. Following an introductory chapter by Douglas Ray, papers and authors are listed as follows: "Rights, Education, and the Evolution of the Curriculum" [Canada] (Douglas Ray); "Cultural Values and the Free Development of Personality" [Canada] (David Radcliffe); "Toward an International Definition of Education for Social Responsibility" [Canada] (Douglas Ray); "The Distinction between Education about Peace and Development and Value-Centred Education…
(1980). Methodology and Principles for Applying Section 11 of the Canadian Human Rights Act = Methodologie et principes d'application de l'article 11 de la Loi canadienne sur les droits de la personne. The purpose of this paper is to help employers, employee groups, and others understand the concept of equal pay by explaining the intentions of section 11 of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Canadian Human Rights Commission's approach to its application. It can be used as a reference by those responsible for developing pay systems or assessing systems already being used by employers to ensure compliance. The first two sections of the paper consider the background to the concept of "equal pay for equal work" and the Commission's statutory responsibility. A general description of job evaluation is then presented. Section 4 provides an example of a point factor system of job evaluation and the kind of bias that can be built in, while section 5 discusses ways to find bias in systems and to decrease risks of inequities. The final section focuses on the basic procedure for investigation and conciliation of complaints relating to Section 11 of the Act. (A French language…
(1968). "We've Promises to Keep…" Toward Equal Opportunity. This pamphlet notes the commitment of the National Education Association (NEA) to human rights and equal opportunity. Briefly presented are several programs and activities of NEA in these areas. A bibliography of relevant NEA publications is included. (NH)… [PDF]
(1985). Planting the Seeds of Freedom: An Interview with Ginetta Sagan. Social Education, v49 n6 p465-69 Sep. Sagan, who lost her family to the Nazi terror during World War II, tells the story of her membership in the French Resistance and how she came to dedicate her life to the protection of human rights. (RM)…
(1997). Adult Education, Lifelong Learning, Global Knowledge: The Challenge and the Potential. Convergence, v30 n4 p34-40. Reflections on the Fifth International Conference on Adult Education address continuing social inequities, negative effects of globalization, adult education's role in empowerment and human rights education, and the importance of emphasizing the fundamental interconnectedness of all people. (SK)…