This chapter critically examines two main lines of research in controversial issues
instruction:(1) contextual factors affecting the teaching of controversial topics; and (2) …

For decades, scholars and politicians have vigorously debated whether Confucianism is
compatible with democracy, yet little is known about how it affects the process of …

This book explores a mode of democracy that is culturally relevant and socially practicable
in the contemporary pluralistic context of historically Confucian East Asian societies, by …

Recent proposals concerning Confucian meritocratic perfectionism have justified Confucian
perfectionism in terms of political meritocracy. In contrast,'Confucian democratic …

East Asia is one of the most dynamic areas of political change in the world today-what role
do citizens play in these processes of change? Drawing upon a unique set of coordinated …

This book examines democracy in recent Chinese-language philosophical work. It focuses
on Confucian-inspired political thought in the Chinese intellectual world from after the …

It is clear that public support for democracy is high in China. Public opinion surveys show
that more than 90% of Chinese citizens believe that having a democracy is good. But the …

This article examines the relevance of Confucianism to contemporary Chinese politics.
While some dismiss Confucianism as irrelevant or even harmful, others emphasize its …

Confucius is perhaps the most important philosopher in history. Today, his teachings shape
the daily lives of more than 1.6 billion people. Throughout East Asia, Confucius's influence …

The studies concerning the role of Confucianism in East Asian countries, including South
Korea, predominantly concern the specific aspects of either ancient or modern forms of …