Social Democratic and Liberal Perspectives on Education Flashcards
what does a social democratic perspective represent
a collection of views, rather than a simple sociological theory
what is the SD perspective reflected by
in the work of
- sociologists
- educationalists
- teachers
- economists
- left wing thinkers
what can ed be used as in the SD theory
a vehicle to help individuals:
- realise their potential
- provide equality of opportunity
- produce egalitarian society
- promote economic growth
- produce more prosperous society
how do SD theorists believe ed can create greater equality
if its effectively operated and adequately funded
when did SD ideas mainly influence reforms in education
WW2-the 1970s
what does a liberal perspective present
not a sociological theory as such but a view adopted by various educationalists
what do liberals believe ed should be based on
encouraging individuals to develop their full intellectual, emotional, spiritual and physical potential and only indirectly on improving society
what do liberals think the emphasis should be based on in education/learning
learning through experience so individuals can be encouraged to think for themselves
when was Ivan Illich
1971
what did Ivan Illich argue
ed should be a liberating experience where individuals should explore, create and use their own initiative and judgement
what did Ivan Illich say schools were like
repressive institutions which indoctrinate students, smother creativity and imagination and prevent students from deciding what/how they learn
what does Ivan Illich say pupils are encouraged to do
confuse teaching with learning, grade progression with education and qualifications with competence
what does Ivan Illich hold education responsible for
creating easily manipulated mindless consumers and passive recipients of authority
