Ethnography, Religion and Intercultural Education

Deweyan Democracy and Education About Religion

“…After all, students will have a hard time conceiving of what it means to be tolerant unless they learn about concrete religious practices that require tolerance. 27 Emphasizing local awareness can further another praiseworthy goal of the Québec curriculum. A dissonance between media portrayal and reality is a major contributor to inflaming conflicts over religion and culture in the United States.…”

Schools, scripture and secularisation: a Christian theological argument for the incorporation of sacred texts within Australian public education

“…The potential for conflict is real, necessitating training for teachers in creating a safe space amidst a controversial depth study. 1136 We must be careful that this unit does not reinforce the stereotype of religious diversity as a "problem" to solve. 1137 In any case, exposing, challenging and reforming dangerous underlying beliefs is necessary for a critical dialogue about, and a healthy attitude toward, migration.…”