Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2005
Keywords
youth, school law and policy, students, freedom of expression, safe schools
Abstract
The authors begin with a discussion of of the duality in how children are viewed in both international and domestic law. Children are viewed as both under the protection and authority of adults, at the same time as being rights bearing individuals. Following recognition of the difficult tension created by this duality, these authors focus on its application in the balancing of the safe school environment with student freedom of expression. In particular these authors examine cases and scenarios that highlight the complex relationships that result when student expression contains violent content. This timely examination gives consideration to the contemporary societal context, and proposes a proactive path forward.
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Recommended Citation
A Wayne MacKay & Janet Burt-Gerrans, "Student Freedom of Expression: Violent Content and the Safe School Balance" (2005) 40:3 McGill J Education 423.
Publication Abbreviation
McGill J Education
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