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Race Bias in Social Studies

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  22 July 2015

Ian Spalding*
Affiliation:
Melbourne, Vic
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Abstract

This is the second article in the series by Mr. Spalding. After reading it, most teachers will feel the need to scrutinize carefully the books currently in use in their classrooms.

In the next issue, Mr. Spalding will write about the transmission and reinforcement of prejudice.

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Editorial
Copyright
Copyright © Cambridge University Press 1974

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