From information to moral issues: dilemmas in drug education

Powney, J. and Lowden, K. (2001) From information to moral issues: dilemmas in drug education. Scottish Educational Review, 33(1), 84-92..

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Abstract

Reviews alcohol, tobacco, and illegal drug use by youth in the United Kingdom, and explores some problems with drug education in Scottish schools. Discusses teachers' lack of confidence in their own credibility as drug educators; moral dilemmas arising from values conflicts between teachers, students, and families; teacher responsibilities; and needs for staff development and support.

Item Type:Articles
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Lowden, Mr Kevin
Authors: Powney, J., and Lowden, K.
College/School:College of Social Sciences > School of Education
College of Social Sciences > School of Education > Educational Leadership & Policy
Journal Name:Scottish Educational Review
ISSN:0141-9072
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