[PDF] Political Education And Political Literacy eBook

Author : Paul R. Carr
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 249 pages
File Size : 10,17 MB
Release : 2018-07-17
Category : Education
ISBN : 9463512306

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In Democracy 2.0, we feature a series of evocative, international case studies that document the impact of alternative and community use of media, in general, and Web 2.0 in particular. The aim is to foster critical reflection on social realities, developing the context for coalition-building in support of social change and social justice.

Author : Andrew J. Kirkendall
Publisher : Univ of North Carolina Press
Page : 265 pages
File Size : 43,1 MB
Release : 2010-10-06
Category : History
ISBN : 0807899534

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In the twentieth century, illiteracy and its elimination were political issues important enough to figure in the fall of governments (as in Brazil in 1964), the building of nations (in newly independent African countries in the 1970s), and the construction of a revolutionary order (Nicaragua in 1980). This political biography of Paulo Freire (1921-97), who played a crucial role in shaping international literacy education, also presents a thoughtful examination of the volatile politics of literacy during the Cold War. A native of Brazil's impoverished northeast, Freire developed adult literacy training techniques that involved consciousness-raising, encouraging peasants and newly urban peoples to see themselves as active citizens who could transform their own lives. Freire's work for state and national government agencies in Brazil in the early 1960s eventually aroused the suspicion of the Brazilian military, as well as of U.S. government aid programs. Political pressures led to Freire's brief imprisonment, following the military coup of 1964, and then to more than a decade and a half in exile. During this period, Freire continued his work in Chile, Nicaragua, and postindependence African countries, as well as in Geneva with the World Council of Churches and in the United States at Harvard University. Andrew J. Kirkendall's evenhanded appraisal of Freire's pioneering life and work, which remains influential today, gives new perspectives on the history of the Cold War, the meanings of radicalism, and the evolution of the Left in Latin America.

Author : Darren E. Lund
Publisher : Peter Lang
Page : 420 pages
File Size : 16,73 MB
Release : 2008
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780820497457

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In this provocative collection of essays with a distinctly critical and nuanced approach to how democracy is taught, learned, understood, and lived, authors from four continents share their visions on how democracy needs to be cultivated, critiqued, demonstrated, and manifested throughout the educational experience. The collective concern is how we actually do democracy in education. The essays argue that democracy must be infused in everything that happens at school: curriculum, extra-curricular activities, interaction with parents and communities, and through formal organization and structures. One of the book's central questions is: Are educators merely teaching students skills and knowledge to prepare them for the world of work, or is education more about encouraging students to thrive within a pluralistic society? This book reveals that democracy is an ethos, an ideology, a set of values, a philosophy, and a complex and dynamic terrain that is a contested forum for debate. From seasoned veterans to emerging scholars, these writers challenge the idea that there is only one type of democracy, or that democracy is defined by elections. Using a range of theoretical, conceptual, and methodological approaches, each essay makes a compelling case for how education can advance a more critical engagement in democracy that promotes social justice and political literacy for all. Diverse examples illustrate the theme of doing democracy. With its numerous models for teaching and learning to encourage critical thinking and engagement, this book is certain to be an invaluable resource to educators, researchers, students, and anyone with a passion for democratic ideals.

Author : Tom Brennan
Publisher :
Page : 149 pages
File Size : 31,74 MB
Release : 1981
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780521282673

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Britain lags far behind many other countries - of ideologies as widely opposed as the USA and USSR - in its commitment to political education. This book is a lucid and readable argument in favour of increasing the amount of thought and time given to political education in schools and colleges in Britain. Tom Brennan traces the ideological and historical background to political education and recent developments in its protagonists' campaign, looking at the possibilities and problems to be faced in the future. He laments the lack of political literacy and political competence amongst all concerned in both politics and education when there is so much information and comment currently available. In his final chapter, he suggests that ways of positive action are available and presents a strong case for further movement towards a more democratic society.

Author : J. Demaine
Publisher : Springer
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 30,35 MB
Release : 2004-11-10
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0230522874

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Citizenship and Political Education Today brings together a collection of essays from around the world; including discussion of politics and education in Australia, The United States of America, New Zealand, Norway, England, France, Germany and the wider European Union. The contributors discuss vital and interesting issues involved in the engagement of citizens in politics and political institutions and the role of education in encouraging education for citizenship. The book is an important contribution to ongoing debates on citizenship.

Author : Robert Pattison
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 261 pages
File Size : 48,71 MB
Release : 1984-02-02
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 0195365267

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Intellectually and morally acute, vibrantly alive ... parents, teachers or legislators who miss this richly clarifying discourse on the contemporary politics of literacy deserve to sit in the corner for a week.