"In Canada Even History Divides": Unique Features of Canadian Citizenship.

Sears, Alan

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Publication Date: 1997

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"In Canada Even History Divides": Unique Features of Canadian Citizenship.

Sears, Alan

International Journal of Social Education, v11 n2 p53-67 Fall-Win 1996-1997

Explores the unique features of Canadian history and society that influence the conception of Canadian citizenship. These include the historical development of Canada as a frontier crown territory, the search for an elusive national identity, the decentralized political structure, and the proximity to the United States. (MJP)

Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Civics, Educational History, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries, Governmental Structure, Group Unity, National Curriculum, Nationalism, Political Attitudes, Political Divisions (Geographic), Regional Characteristics, Self Determination

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Canada

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