EDUC 1F95 Lecture Notes - Lecture 7: Consumerism
10 Dec 2013
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The main argument is that we are becoming more consumers than citizens. Schools will either promote more consumerism or more democracy. We will either be raised to become consumers or democratic. Dewey- the social dimensions of learning and thinking. Importance of social and cultural context: he is arguing this is a limitation of the approach, he goes far in fore fronting the social objections in education. Bethune: one of the most influential black women in education, founded schools for black girls, emphasized christian education, her major contribution through personal influence and strong character was a powerful role model. Important in supporting christianity: still a very strong advocate of christian values in education. Counts: to understand schools one must understand the culture, focus on international issues; founded global ed , started program for foreign exchange students. Dewey was main proponent: learning should arise from the intrinsic interests and needs of the child, education should include practical experiences.
