Wednesday, April 12, 2017

Christian group threatens to sue federal government over educational tool on Islam

The Christian Action Network (CAN), whose mission is “to protect America’s religious and moral heritage through educational efforts,” is preparing to sue the Department of Education (DOE) for lesson plans on Islam that it reportedly funded twice — over a decade ago.

After the attacks on 9/11, Access Islam, an educational program marketed to public elementary and middle school students, was created to provide a “fuller understanding of Muslims the world over.” Lesson plans combine PBS videos, handouts, and other classroom tools for fourth through eighth grade students in participating locations. They describe the pillars of Islam, Muslim American life, women in Islam, and sacred texts — altogether providing a comprehensive guide to the religion....
https://thinkprogress.org/christian-group-threatens-to-sue-federal-government-over-educational-tool-on-islam-d26f32011444


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