KUWAIT, Feb 14 (KUNA) -- The Ministry of Education is keen on instilling values of patriotism in children through curricula, but this role must be shared by the family, media, mosques and civil societies , said Director of Curricula Development Dr. Saud Al-Harbi on Sunday.
Speaking to KUNA, he said that the ministry's goal was to deep-root love for the homeland through emphasizing the importance of abiding by rules and regulations, protecting the environment, excellence, respecting others, among other values.
Such values can be acquired by students through text books and activities, as well as trips and competitions, he explained, but noted that curricula remained the main tool for instilling patriotism and loyalty for the homeland in children.
He also noted that there were certain subjects that dealt with nationalism as a main topic, such as national education classes, social skills, constitution studies, human rights and social studies.
These classes deal with Kuwait as a political and civilized entity, and highlight the role of citizens in its development and how their loyalty to their country contributed to its advancement through the years, he added. - Kuna