Russian schools teach patriotism as part of wartime curriculum, students say
Students in Siberia describe how Russian schools introduce patriotic and wartime themes from an early age, according to interviews with Deutsche Welle.
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Russian schools are incorporating lessons on patriotism from an early age, as the government seeks to shape how children view the country and its role in the world, according to interviews conducted by Deutsche Welle.
Students in Siberia spoke about their exposure to this material in the classroom, including content related to patriotism, the war in Ukraine, and their own outlook on the future.
The interviews offer a glimpse into how younger generations in Russia are encountering messaging tied to national identity and the ongoing conflict as part of their everyday education.
The accounts reflect a range of student perspectives on the material presented to them, though the full scope of the curriculum across Russian schools was not detailed.
Sources
- Propaganda in Russian schools prepares students to die — Deutsche Welle — English
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