Abstract
The purpose of this research was to clarify the components of and acquire basic information for the development of a coherent citizenship education curriculum spanning elementary, junior high, and high school education through an investigation of the relation between the Crick Report and the Japanese Home Economics Course of Study Guidelines.
The results indicate that students' learning currently includes several components of citizenship education. In elementary school these are a concern for and understanding of others, a positive attitude, communication skills, and cooperation. In junior high school these is also a respect for diversity as well as problem-solving and decision-making skills. In high school these is collaboration, critical thinking, and a concern for and understanding of current affairs.
Furthermore, this research indicates that the components of citizenship education which should be added to the curriculum include logical argumentation, negotiation, and the ability to take action.
