ACTIVE CITIZENSHIP IN THE NEW GEOGRAPHY CURRICULUM OF GREEK PRIMARY EDUCATION

Authors

  • Vana Chiou Department of Geography, University of the Aegean, Greece

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.46827/ejae.v10i1.5938

Keywords:

active citizenship education, geography curriculum, primary education

Abstract

This study aimed to investigate active citizenship-related content in the new geography curriculum of Greek primary education through textual analysis. The analysis identified active citizenship elements across three dimensions: knowledge, affective domain, and skills. The findings indicate that the new curriculum strengthens political and cultural knowledge, fosters values of tolerance and respect for diversity, enhances various skills, and promotes attitudes toward sustainable development, mutual understanding, and cooperation. However, the study reveals gaps regarding the inclusion of social and economic knowledge, forms of participation, and dispositions, highlighting the need for refinements in the curriculum to prepare students better to become active citizens.

Author Biography

  • Vana Chiou, Department of Geography, University of the Aegean, Greece

    Dr. Vana Chiou, is Faculty member (Laboratory Teaching Staff) at the Department of Geography, University of the Aegean (Greece). Her research interests include contemporary methods of teaching, assessment, teacher training, and inclusion in education. She is co-editor of the book series “Voices from the Classroom” (Waxman publications). Her published work includes editing books, chapters in books and articles in Greek and international journals. She has been a participant in and co-coordinator of different European projects.

    Email: b.xiou@aegean.gr

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2025-04-03

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