| "(...) The general objective of this report is to provide a current and comprehensive picture of national policies in
the area of citizenship education in schools across Europe, at a moment when increasing demands are being made
on education and training systems to promote this area of learning. This report has four chapters, each addressing
different aspects of citizenship education: 1. Curriculum organisation and content; 2. Teaching, learning and active
participation; 3. Student assessment and school evaluation; and 4. Teacher education, professional development
and support. Four case studies on recent policy initiatives in the area of citizenship education in Belgium (Flemish
Community), Estonia, France and Austria accompany the chapters. The report is based on qualitative data provided
by the Eurydice Network on the relevant official regulations and recommendations and is complemented by findings
from the academic literature. It does not analyse the implementation of regulations and recommendations and
consequently does not examine how citizenship education is delivered in practice at school level. Data for the case
studies has been collected through interviews with key actors involved in those policy initiatives. (...)" |
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