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Attwood examines Disney’s contribution to the popular perception of chivalry. Attwood reviews Disney’s portrayal of chivalric ideals through a synthesis of literature and movies in addition to other popular culture media. This evaluation provides additional context to explain the influence of popular culture on pre-service K-8 teachers’ perceptions of chivalry as a historical social construct.
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Attwood, A.I. (2018). Critiquing the Legacy of Chivalry. In: Social Aesthetics and the School Environment. The Cultural and Social Foundations of Education. Palgrave Macmillan, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-60345-2_3
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