This resource comes in the form of a training pack which seeks to address the challenge of teaching controversial issues.

This comprehensive package of training and professional development materials is intended for teachers and school managers looking to deal with controversial issues through Education for Democratic Citizenship and Human Rights.

The resource is divided into sections and consists of theoretical aspects and practical activities to introduce teaching methods and activities for reflection and evaluation.

The material presented in this resource promotes an open and collaborative approach to teaching and learning, with special emphasis on self-reflection and thoughtful, informed action.

The resource, developed within the Pestalozzi Programme, is also available in: Estonian, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Latvian, Lithuanian, Norwegian, Russian, Slovak, Spanish and Swedish; which can be found here.

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To cite this resource: Papamichael, E., Gannon, M., Djukanovic, B., Fernandez, R., Kerr D., and Huddleston, T. Vallianatos, A..  (2016). Living with Controversy, Teaching Controversial Issues Through Education for Democratic Citizenship and Human Rights (EDC/HRE), Training Pack for Teachers. In Council of Europe Pestalozzi Programme Training Units.