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EDUCATION IN EUROPE: TEN YEAR COOPERATION BETWEEN THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION AND THE COUNCIL OF EUROPE

Council of Europe • Council of Europe • 2006

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Levels and forms of education

Primary Education

Lower Secondary Education

Upper Secondary Education

Tertiary Education

Teacher Training

Resource type

Conceptual or themathic publications

Historic approaches concerned

Other Approaches

Historic period

21st Century

Countries or areas concerned

Europe, Eastern Europe, Russian Federation

Languages

English

Description

This publication reflects on the ten-year collaboration between the Council of Europe and the Russian Federation in the field of history teaching in schools. It emphasizes the importance of history education as a means of fostering democratic culture, critical thinking, open-mindedness, and tolerance among young citizens. The document outlines the principles and recommendations that guide history teaching, emphasizing the need to keep it free from political and ideological influences. It also highlights the significance of understanding differences, valuing diversity, respecting others, and promoting intercultural dialogue. The publication underscores the achievements and the impact of this collaboration, which has helped enrich history education in Russia and contribute to the broader European context.

Keywords

Council of Europe

History Teaching

International Cooperation