Thinking about schools: A philosophical assessment

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Term papers

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7 pages

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.doc

Published date :

06/02/2009

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Table of Contents Thinking about schools: A philosophical assessment Table of Contents

 
  1. Introduction
  2. The need for a new philosophy of education
  3. Theoretical framework
  4. Pragmatism
  5. Reconstructionism
  6. A Proposal to rescue the public schools
  7. Conclusion
  8. Bibliography

Abstract

The writing of this paper has been challenging and refreshing at the same time. Socialized as an African American male in this society, carrying a narrative of a troubled youth in school, and trained as a social worker, I have a rare perspective on education in the United States, which happens to be critical. I see the American educational system as biased, interest driven, and even somewhat harmful. Studying the philosophy of education has broadened my perspective by opening doors for reflection. Thus, writing this paper has been an educational experience as I have wrestled with new, sometimes alien concepts.

Although there are other lenses through which one can study education, such as sociology, anthropology, and psychology, there is a need to deconstruct the present philosophy of education. As Ozmon and Craver (2003) note, "the philosophical study of education seems imperative today because this is a critical era of transition"

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pencil image Shadrach L. Publisher & Social Worker
Level :General public Study : Educational studies School/University : University of San Francisco

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