"This resource for teachers presents a wealth of information and ideas reflecting important, and at times widely divergent, viewpoints on censorship and related controversies about education. Based on extensive experience at both the classroom and district level, this book will help educators to clearly explain their actions in the classroom and to work effectively with parents and the community to promote students' intellectual growth and freedom. "Each chapter provides practical information and insights to help educators respond to the concerns, fears, and demands of parents and organized groups. Included are experiences of educators who have been involved in curricular controversies and who, as a result, understand which situations are best handled by confrontation and which by accommodation. This book addresses issues that are of particular concern to teachers and parents, such as sexuality education, creationism, Internet access and materials, student newspapers, religion, politics, and morality in the classroom. "For teachers and educators.

Presents information and ideas reflecting viewpoints on censorship and related controversies about education. The author provides practical information and insights to help educators respond to the concerns, fears, and demands of parents and organized groups. Issues addressed include sexuality education, creationism, Internet access and materials, student newspapers, religion, politics, and morality in the classroom. The intent is to provide a plan for establishing policies that protect intellectual freedom for students and academic freedom for teachers.
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