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Start Over Topic decolonization Journal journal of curriculum studies Region china
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1. The functions of Hong Kong's Chinese history, from colonialism to decolonization.

Author

Kan, FloraL. F.

Subjects
TRANSFER of sovereignty, Hong Kong, China, 1997, IMPERIALISM, DECOLONIZATION, HISTORY education, CURRICULUM, SOCIAL control, MORAL judgment, POLITICAL autonomy, SOVEREIGNTY, THOUGHT & thinking
Abstract

This paper examines the nature and socio-political functions of Hong Kong's 'Chinese history curriculum' during colonialism and since decolonization and argues that these functions have resulted in a curriculum characterized by rote-learning and geared towards social control. Students are initiated into the traditional, orthodox view of Chinese history and prescribed moral judgements. Consequently, there is little chance for independent thinking on the part of students. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2010
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