PostModernism

Question 1

What are 4 main points that Postmodernist believe?

Answer 1

-There is no metanarrative for the role of education
-There are no longer barriers e.g Gender, Race
-They also believe there should be no definite curriculum
-There is now diversity in the education system

Question 2

What do Postmodernist say about economy and education

Answer 2

They recognise that the economy has changed and as we live in a Post-Fordist economy where creative and active workers are needed.

Question 3

What does Thompson argue?

Answer 3

Argues that in a post modernist society schools can break free from the oppressive uniformity of one size fits all.

Question 4

Why does Thompson argue this?

Answer 4

As education has become more accustomed to meet the need of diverse communties e.g faith schools.

Question 5

What are 2 main differences between Modern society and Postmodernist society?

Answer 5

1-
modern-learning takes place at fixed times on the school premises.
postmodernist-learning is flexible (can be done via the internet)
2-
modern-education can only be done from a certain age range.
postmodernist-education can be done at any age.