Abstract
Teachers face particular challenges when they are teaching about political or controversial topics in classrooms. They must navigate a narrow passage between delivering the curriculum, providing information, and sharing their own personal views. Teachers must be sure they are delivering the curriculum as required by their local board of education, abiding by board regulations regarding content and delivery. In addition, they must deliver the curriculum without attempting to indoctrinate students with their own personal beliefs, particularly on religious, political, and controversial topics.
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