Exploring Claims of Critical Race Theory, Divisive Topics, and Indoctrination in the Classroom
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DOI: 10.1162/edfp.a.423
Abstract: Critical race theory (CRT) and claims of political indoctrination in K-12 classrooms are at the forefront of the ongoing culture wars surrounding public education. Despite a wave of legislative action targeting CRT-related instruction, little systematic… read more here.
Keywords: indoctrination; critical race; divisive topics; race ... See more keywords
Divisive Topics as Social Threats
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DOI: 10.1177/0093650216644025
Abstract: The current work provides evidence for a psychological obstacle to the resolution of divisive social issues (e.g., affirmative action, drug legalization); specifically, people approach discussions of these issues with a threatened mind-set. Across three studies,… read more here.
Keywords: topics social; study; effect; divisive topics ... See more keywords