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Zakai, Sivan – Journal of Jewish Education, 2011
The Naphtali Herz Imber Jewish Day School proudly proclaimed its commitment to Israel, yet many of its students experienced profound ambivalence toward the Jewish State. Why? The school was committed to a series of contradictory values which surfaced in its approach to Israel education. This article outlines three distinct yet interrelated…
Descriptors: Expertise, Jews, Day Schools, Foreign Countries
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Ochoa-Becker, Anna – Social Education, 2010
While there may be no definitive answers for navigating questions of school authority and teacher independence, the author outlines in this article some useful guideposts. These guideposts are not prescriptive; rather, they are important food for thought. They do not guarantee easy solutions. However, social studies teachers are preparing young…
Descriptors: Democracy, Democratic Values, Social Studies, Teacher Educators
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Hall, P. Cougar; Lindsay, Gordon B.; West, Joshua H. – Journal of School Health, 2011
The influence of media on adolescents' health practices and behaviors, including personal values, beliefs, and perceived norms cannot be overstated. Youth media consumption continues to increase. Media messages are carefully designed to persuade the consumer to believe or do something. Some of the most persuasive media messages can be found in…
Descriptors: Health Education, Health Promotion, Smoking, Behavioral Objectives
Brazell, Karen, Ed.; Garza, Michael, Ed. – US Department of Education, 2007
This issue of the "CETAC E-Newsletter" focuses on community involvement in character education. The Partnerships in Character Education Program (PCEP), funded by the U.S. Department of Education, follows the spirit of the enabling legislation by emphasizing the important role the community has in student learning. PCEP grantees are required to…
Descriptors: School Personnel, Personality, Community Involvement, Educational Opportunities