Chapter 12, Loewen

Why is History Taught Like This? 



Big Question: What can I do as a teacher to remove bias from textbooks used in my classroom? How does the textbook selection process actually work? 


Website: This article outlines the influence of textbooks from the around the globe and the fact that they reflect national attitudes of the nation, instead of sparking debate for students. 

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