Journal Articles

The functions of Hong Kong's Chinese history, from colonialism to decolonization

Title:
The functions of Hong Kong's Chinese history, from colonialism to decolonization
Authors:
- Kan, Flora L. F. Faculty of Education, University of Hong Kong
Source:
Journal of Curriculum Studies, 42(2), 263-278, 2010
Publisher:
Routledge
Year Published:
2010
Education Categories:
- G Curriculum, Teaching & Learning: Specific Disciplines
  - GF Humanities & Arts
Keywords:
Chinese History Han-Centred Hong Kong Moralizing Orthodox History Social Control Education & Educational Research
Region:
- Hong Kong
Period:
- 1997.7 onwards
Level:
- Secondary Education
Abstract:
This paper examines the nature and socio-political functions of Hong Kong's 'Chinese history curriculum' during colonialism and since decolonization and argues that these functions have resulted in a curriculum characterized by rote-learning and geared towards social control. Students are initiated into the traditional, orthodox view of Chinese history and prescribed moral judgements. Consequently, there is little chance for independent thinking on the part of students.
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Language:
- English
Document Type:
Journal Articles
ISSN:
- 00220272
DOI:
- 10.1080/00220271003599165
Permalink:
https://bibliography.lib.eduhk.hk/bibs/1e47c6b6
Entry Date:
2010-11-28