@article{771652, author = {Noddings, Nel, and Brooks, Laurie}, url = {http://library.usi.edu/record/771652}, title = {Teaching controversial issues : the case for critical thinking and moral commitment in the classroom /}, abstract = {In this book, eminent educational philosopher Nel Noddings and daughter Laurie Brooks explain how teachers can foster critical thinking through the exploraton of controversial issues. They offer specific, concrete strategies for addressing a variety of issues related to authority, religion, gender, race, media, sports, entertainment, class and poverty, capitalism and socialism, and equality and justice. The emphasis is on the use of critical thinking to understand and collaborate, not simply to win arguments. -- Provided by publisher.}, recid = {771652}, pages = {ix, 181 pages ;}, }