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Book Synopsis
Offers an in-depth analysis of the historical, political and ideological backdrop to the denominational education system in the Republic of Ireland

Table of Contents

Introduction
1. The legacy of Catholic cultural nationalism and religious segregation
2. Social upheavals and discourses on Irish identity: the place of religion
3. Education policy and social, cultural and religious diversity: what role for schools?
4. Citizenship v. religion in the school curricula of the 2000s
5. The 'national' school system: still denominational and private
6. Rights, segregation and discrimination
7. Schools, ethos and inclusion
Conclusion
Bibliography
Index

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      Publisher: Manchester University Press
      Publication Date: 12/08/2016
      ISBN13: 9780719091964, 978-0719091964
      ISBN10: 719091969

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      Offers an in-depth analysis of the historical, political and ideological backdrop to the denominational education system in the Republic of Ireland

      Table of Contents

      Introduction
      1. The legacy of Catholic cultural nationalism and religious segregation
      2. Social upheavals and discourses on Irish identity: the place of religion
      3. Education policy and social, cultural and religious diversity: what role for schools?
      4. Citizenship v. religion in the school curricula of the 2000s
      5. The 'national' school system: still denominational and private
      6. Rights, segregation and discrimination
      7. Schools, ethos and inclusion
      Conclusion
      Bibliography
      Index

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