Constructing National Identity in Canadian and Australian Classrooms

The book examines the transformation of national identities in Canada and Australia during decolonization, focusing on educational policies in Ontario and Victoria. It highlights the enduring influence of Britishness and imperial citizenship among white Anglo-Saxons until the late 1960s and early 1970s, when a shift towards multiculturalism began. Key themes include the portrayal of imperialism in textbooks, the interplay between religious education and national identity, and the movement away from Anglocentrism towards promoting educational equality. The work enriches British World scholarship by illustrating the ongoing identity challenges faced by educators and policymakers.