Analyzing how the socio-political field of the document of fundamental change is represented in the sixth grade social studies textbook

Document Type : Research Paper

Authors

1 Department of Social Sciences Education, Farhangian University, Tehran, Iran

2 Elementary education Student, Farhangian University, Tehran, Iran

Abstract

Objective:The main purpose of this study was to analyze how the socio-political field of the document of fundamental change is represented in the textbook, in order to identify the level of attention to this field.
Results:The results of data analysis show that the difference in attention to the key components of political and social education in the textbook is significant.Lack of attention to some of these components can be seen in the content of the textbook, which needs attention in teaching and later editions.Based on the findings, among the 8 components of the field of political and social education, the most attention is paid to components 1- reset, preservation and reform of customs, traditions, norms and values of society in the light of Islamic standard system 5- Proper interaction with government and other civil institutions And political and gaining competencies such as observance of law, responsibility, social and political participation and protection of social values in order to form a healthy society.3-Developing the freedom and existential status of oneself and others in the light of understanding and reforming the social position of oneself and others.but the other four components have been neglected.

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