Richard Pring

Education, Social Reform and Philosophical Development (eBook, ePUB)

Evidence from the Past, Principles for the Future

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Reflecting on the meaning and purpose of an education at the mercy of political changes and innovation, this book considers the social, historical, religious and cultural contexts that define education systems.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Taylor & Francis
• Seitenzahl: 182
• Erscheinungstermin: 20. Juli 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781000410310
• Artikelnr.: 62015175

Autorenporträt

Richard Pring is Emeritus Professor of Education, and was formerly Director of Department of Educational Studies, University of Oxford, UK.

Inhaltsangabe

Introduction: Historical understanding and philosophical reflection Part I.
Historical evolution of education - its meaning and its provision 1.
Developing pattern and meaning of education from early 19th century 2.
Apprenticeships and practical learning: lessons to be learnt 3. Primary and
secondary education for all 4. Further education and youth service 5. The
shifting sands of qualifications 6. Higher education: its changing nature
7. Religious Influence: Education and Faith Schools 8. Changing political
control Part II. Prelude: Philosphical Assumptions and Critical Questions
9. Summary of changing concept of 'education' 10. Utilitarianism, Idealism,
and Socialism 11. Positivism, Post-Modernism and Wisdom of the Market 12.
Pragmatism 13. Respect for truth: problems of political discourse Part III.
Conclusion 14. Aims of education: human flourishing and development of
persons