In our world of unceasing turmoil, an educated citizenry is the first and strongest line of defence for democratic renewal. Educating for Democracy shows how students can prepare for the responsibilities of 'the most important office in a democracy' – that of a citizen. Education can provide students with the dispositions and skills needed to exercise their role judiciously and responsibly, as a patriot who cares about democracy and as a custodian who cares for democracy. These two aspects of caring call for curriculum-wide reform. The outcome of this reform is a patriot who serves as...

In our world of unceasing turmoil and conflict, an informed, educated citizenry is the first and strongest line of defence against tyranny and for democratic renewal. Educating for Democracy shows how students can be prepared for the responsibilities of 'the most important office in a democracy' - that of a citizen.