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Summer 2010 Special Issue
Call for Manuscripts
Action in Teacher Education Summer 2010
Guest Editor: Dr. Leisa A. Martin, The University of Akron
Topic: Citizenship for the 21st century
Historically, schools were founded to maintain our democracy and provide citizenship education (Center for Civic Education, 1994). For example, at his first Annual Message to Congress, President George Washington stated that the first need of our government was civic education (Fitzpatrick, 1939). In addition, Thomas Jefferson argued that democratic citizenship is not innate, but is constructed from habit and education (Cogan, 1999). In the present, the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 requires schools to develop responsibility and civic competence (United States Dept. of Education, 2001). In addition, The Partnership for 21st Century Skills includes civic literacy as a core subject (Partnership for 21st Century Skills, 2004).
To further explore the issue of citizenship in the 21st century, the Action in Teacher Education Summer 2010 issue will focus on the following potential topics:
* Defining citizenship in the schools
* Research on teaching citizenship
* Practical applications for teaching citizenship
* Resources/web sites on citizenship
Length: Manuscripts, including all references, charts, figures, and tables, generally should not exceed 30 pages.
Preparation for Review: All submissions must be prepared using a computer word processing program. Manuscripts must adhere strictly to guidelines set in the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, 5th edition. Double-space all text, including quotations and references, and provide 1.5-inch margins all around.
Submission: Submissions for the summer 2010 issue should be directed to Action in Teacher Education Summer 2010, Dr. Leisa A. Martin, The University of Akron, College of Education, Department of Curricular and Instructional Studies, Room 11A, Akron, OH 44325-4205
Email: MartinL@uakron.edu. Phone: (330) 972-8425.
Submissions must include the following:
Cover page: Include the information listed below on a separate sheet.
• Title of the manuscript
• Date of submission
• Author’s name, institutional affiliation, complete mailing address, business and home phone numbers, fax number, and e-mail address
Abstract: On a separate sheet of paper at the beginning of the manuscript, describe the essence of the manuscript in 100–150 words. Do not include your name or any other identifying information in the abstract or the manuscript.
Manuscript: Authors should submit:
• Paper copies: Send three printed copies of the manuscript that are prepared for review and include an abstract, three copies of the cover page, a CD copy of the manuscript, and a cover letter.
Decisions: Authors will be notified of the receipt of the manuscript. Notification of the status of the manuscript will take place after the deadline date.
Deadline Date For The Submission Of A Manuscript Is: Dec. 15, 2009
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