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Source: NPR "All Things Considered"

Roundup

8-19-06

Florida law stirs debate over teaching history [audio 5min]

In Florida, educators disagree over a new state law on how history is taught. Some fear an emphasis on teaching "just the facts" will discourage discussions of controversial events. Report by Greg Allen.

Read entire article at NPR "All Things Considered"