Social Reconstruction Through Education

Author : Michael E. James
Publisher : Praeger
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Education
ISBN : UOM:39015033985220

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Social Reconstruction Through Education by Michael E. James Pdf

This volume on the history and philosophy of social reconstruction is the result of Kenneth Benne's discussions, essays and experiences, but also includes contributions from other scholars. Each of the essays study the movement as a way of grappling with the critical issue of the relationship between education and social change, and each chapter intends to stimulate, broaden and enrich the legacy of what contributing author James Giarelli calls a public philosophy of education. The volume also connects past to present, thus bringing the reader fresh insight into the dilemmas facing schooling in the 1990s.

Author : Karen L. Riley
Publisher : IAP
Page : 285 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2006-05-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781607526780

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Social Reconstruction by Karen L. Riley Pdf

ocial Reconstruction as a philosophy, stream of thought or “official program” ois often synonymous with Depression-era Progressivism. But, Social Reconstruction, unlike progressivism, enjoyed political stardom. The spirit of progressivism, at least in terms of education, found a home in those enthusiasts who supported a child-centered perspective of education. Others, such as the essentialists viewed their progressive role as one that advanced the view of essential or basic education as the most sound approach to curriculum and teaching. Still others, more radical in their outlook, believed that progress should be framed with questions about social justice and equity. Proponents of social reconstruction included Harold Rugg and George Counts, although the “movement” was rich with supporters. To date, social reconstruction is only a by word in most texts that deal with the Progressive Era or progressive education, perhaps, because Rugg and Counts, the two most visible proponents, sought and received the political limelight, no matter how glaring. In any event, the depths of social reconstruction have yet to be plumbed. Hence, the first book in this series will offer a comprehensive treatment of Social Reconstruction, which include chapters that examine its proponents, political nature, and social justice programs born of and within the tumultuous context of progressive politics.

Author : Michael Schiro
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2012-04-24
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781412988902

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Curriculum Theory by Michael Schiro Pdf

The Second Edition of Curriculum Theory: Conflicting Visions and Enduring Concerns by Michael Stephen Schiro presents a clear, unbiased, and rigorous description of the major curriculum philosophies that have influenced educators and schooling over the last century. The author analyzes four educational visions—Scholar Academic, Social Efficiency, Learner Centered, and Social Reconstruction—to enable readers to reflect on their own educational beliefs and more productively interact with educators who might hold different beliefs.

Author : Jennifer Bleazby
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 238 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780415636247

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Social Reconstruction Learning by Jennifer Bleazby Pdf

This volume argues that educational problems have their basis in an ideology of binary opposites often referred to as dualism, and that it is partly because mainstream schooling incorporates dualism that it is unable to facilitate the thinking skills, dispositions and understandings necessary for autonomy, democratic citizenship and leading a meaningful life. Bleazby proposes an approach to schooling termed "social reconstruction learning," in which students engage in philosophical inquiries with members of their community in order to reconstruct real social problems, arguing that this pedagogy can better facilitate independent thinking, imaginativeness, emotional intelligence, autonomy, and active citizenship.

Author : Bertrand Russell
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 189 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2013-04-15
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781135861964

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Principles of Social Reconstruction by Bertrand Russell Pdf

This book, originally entitled Why Men Fight, is generally seen as the fullest expression of Russell's political philosophy. Russell argues that after the experience of the Great War the individualistic approach of traditional liberalism has reached its limits. Political theory must be based on the motivated forces of creativity and impulse rather than on competition. Both are best fostered in the family, in education, and in religion - each of which Russell proceeds to discuss. The ideas expressed in Principles of Social Reconstruction have greatly contributed to Russell's fame as a social critic and anti-war activist. The new introduction by Richard Rempel locates them in the context of Russell's other writings and show that neither his ideas nor his language have lost their force and topicality over the years.

Author : Michiel Horn
Publisher : University of Toronto Press
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 1980-12-15
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781487590253

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The League for Social Reconstruction by Michiel Horn Pdf

In 1931-2 the first organization of Canadian left-wing intellectuals was founded. Led by historian Frank Undergill of the University of Toronto and law professor and poet Frank Scott of McGill University, the League for Social Reconstruction was critical of industrial capitalism and called for basic social and economic change through educational activity and parliamentary and constitutional channels. In the first history of this unique organization Michiel Horn outlines the League's aims and accomplishments and its ideological influence on the CCF and the NDP. Initially, the LSR avoided the term 'socialism' and remained uncommitted to any political part, although its choice of J.S. Woodsworth as honorary president made its sympathies clear. When, not long after the LSR's establishment, the CCF was founded, many League members joined it. An attempt to link the LSR openly with the CCF failed, but the League soon became known as the CCF's 'brain trust,' and the manifesto and programme adopted by the party in 1933 clearly reflected the influence of the LSR members. The League's own democratic socialist ideas were most fully stated in Social Planning for Canada (1935), Democracy Needs Socialism (1938), and in the pages of the Canadian Forum, acquired by the LSR in 1936. With the disillusionment of the later 1930s, the distraction of the war, and, most of all, the increased support enjoyed by the CCF after 1940, the LSR disappeared as a formal organization, but its ideas shaped a political tradition which found expression in the CCF and later the NDP.

Author : Bertrand Russell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 268 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 1927
Category : Peace
ISBN : OSU:32435004202222

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Principles of Social Reconstruction by Bertrand Russell Pdf

Author : George Sylvester Counts
Publisher : SIU Press
Page : 74 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 1978
Category : Education
ISBN : 0809308789

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Dare the School Build a New Social Order? by George Sylvester Counts Pdf

George S. Counts was amajor figure in American education for almost fifty years. Republication of this early (1932) work draws special attention to Counts's role as a social and political activist. Three particular themes make the book noteworthy because of their importance in Counts's plan for change as well as for their continuing contem­porary importance: (1)Counts's crit­icism of child-centered progressives; (2)the role Counts assigns to teachers in achieving educational and social re­form; and (3) Counts's idea for the re­form of the American economy.

Author : Elizabeth R. Wamala
Publisher : CRVP
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1565181182

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Social Reconstruction in Africa by Elizabeth R. Wamala Pdf

Author : George F. McLean
Publisher : CRVP
Page : 330 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 1565180860

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Civil Society and Social Reconstruction by George F. McLean Pdf

Author : John Dewey
Publisher : Columbia University Press
Page : 263 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2021-01-12
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9780231552882

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America's Public Philosopher by John Dewey Pdf

John Dewey was America’s greatest public philosopher. His work stands out for its remarkable breadth, and his deep commitment to democracy led him to courageous progressive stances on issues such as war, civil liberties, and racial, class, and gender inequalities. This book collects the clearest and most powerful of his public writings and shows how they continue to speak to the challenges we face today. An introductory essay and short introductions to each of the texts discuss the current relevance and significance of Dewey’s work and legacy. The book includes forty-six essays on topics such as democracy in the United States, political power, education, economic justice, science and society, and philosophy and culture. These essays inspire optimism for the possibility of a more humane public and political culture, in which citizens share in the pursuit of lifelong education through participation in democratic life. The essays in America’s Public Philosopher reveal John Dewey as a powerful example for anyone seeking to address a wider audience and a much-needed voice for all readers in search of intellectual and moral leadership.

Author : John Dewey
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
Page : 562 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2013-05-31
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781473382800

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Democracy and Education by John Dewey Pdf

This antiquarian volume contains a comprehensive treatise on democracy and education, being an introduction to the 'philosophy of education'. Written in clear, concise language and full of interesting expositions and thought-provoking assertions, this volume will appeal to those with an interest in the role of education in society, and it would make for a great addition to collections of allied literature. The chapters of this book include: 'Education as a Necessity of Life'; 'Education as a Social Function'; 'Education as Direction'; 'Education as Growth'; 'Preparation, Unfolding, and Formal Discipline'; 'Education as Conservative and Progressive'; 'The Democratic Conception in Education'; 'Aims in Education', etcetera. We are republishing this vintage book now complete with a new prefatory biography of the author.

Author : Hermann Mannheim
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 299 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2013-08-21
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781136265815

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Criminal Justice and Social Reconstruction by Hermann Mannheim Pdf

This is Volume V of fifteen in the Sociology of Law and Criminology series. Originally published in 1946, readers of the present volume will be aware of the links existing, for instance, between certain chapters of the author’s previous work ‘Social Aspects’, especially those on Business Administration and similar subjects, and the economic sections of the present book; or between the concluding Parts of the latter and of ‘The Dilemma’. A few lectures of a programmatic character delivered at a Summer School of the Fabian Society and at the South Place Ethical Society also feature in this book. It is one of the most important functions of Criminal Justice to play some part in the great task of Education for Citizenship.

Author : John Scott,Ray Bromley
Publisher : State University of New York Press
Page : 307 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2013-04-19
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781438447322

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Envisioning Sociology by John Scott,Ray Bromley Pdf

This title is a study of the founding sociology in Britain and the enormous contributions made by the intellectual circle led by Victor Branford and Patrick Geddes. Authors John Scott and Ray Bromley chronicle the biographical connections and personal partnerships of the circle's key participant, their international connections, their organization-building work, and the business activities that underpinned their efforts.

Author : Gary McCulloch
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 213 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2013-09-05
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781136224287

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Educational Reconstruction by Gary McCulloch Pdf

This book presents a clear overview of the debates that surrounded the making of the 1944 Act, which affected every aspect of education in this country. It gives a detailed account of the tripartite divisions into 'three types of child' that were sanctioned in the reforms of the 1940s. At the same time, it also emphasises the idea of education as a civic project which underlay the reforms and which was such an important part of their lasting authority. The education policies of the past decade and the current attempts to shape a new education settlement need to be interpreted in a long-term historical framework and in particular, in relation to the aims and problems of the last great cycle of reform in the 1940s. This book makes an important contribution to the development of such a framework and the social history of education policy in this country.