Learning about the Constitution as a part of Law Education in Elementary School Social Studies Classes : Focusing on the Case of the Constitution Function Study "VOICE"

Abstract

The aim of this study is to the substantial constitution study unit that solves legal and social problems, based on the idea of the constitution, and examines the function of the constitution in society. In this unit, children learn the idea of the constitution, its social functions and its use as a criterion to solve legal and social problems. It is shown in this study that it is of great importance to foster citizens who form a democratic society based on the idea of the constitution.