Review article

Citizenship Education Contents in the National Curriculum Frame Work

Marija Sablić ; Učiteljski fakultet Sveučilišta J. J. Strossmayera u Osijeku, Osijek, Hrvatska

Abstract

Croatia is about to end a transitional period of many years’ standing. This year, the final preparations which will enable Croatia to join the EU are being completed. Life in highly developed democratic societies, such as the ones in the EU, has numerous benefits for an individual, but also creates demands for taking on the role of active citizens who are capable of accepting responsibilities for their decisions and actions. In order to be able to meet these expectations, it is essential for young people to be well-prepared. Besides families, educational institutions, i.e. schools, play a crucial role in this process. By implementing the National Curriculum Framework and Civil Education Curriculum, Croatia has joined the EU members’ aspirations to promote the central values of European education, which is an active, interdisciplinary and cooperative process. These key values are human rights, democracy, nonviolence, respecting others, solidarity, protection of eco systems, promoting even development, equal opportunities and personal responsibility.

Keywords

citizenship education; national framework curriculum; European dimension in education

Hrčak ID:

133853

URI

https://hrcak.srce.hr/133853

Publication date:

17.4.2014.

Article data in other languages: croatian

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