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Reclaiming Freedom in Education - Theories and Practices of Radical Free School Education (Paperback)
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Reclaiming Freedom in Education - Theories and Practices of Radical Free School Education (Paperback)
Series: Routledge Focus on Education Studies
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Reclaiming Freedom in Education examines the notion of 'freedom'
within educational settings. Following an investigation of the new
'Free Schools' in the UK, it argues that this name is a misnomer,
and instead explores the original free schools of the 1960s and
1970s, using these models as a lens through which to explore
contemporary examples of radical schooling, notably those which
describe themselves as democratic and/or progressive. By arguing
that in radical educational contexts both 'positive freedom' and
'negative freedom' are apparent, and that the notion that
'responsible freedom' is more pertinent than that of 'absolute
freedom', this book posits that freedom can be seen to operate in a
number of ways including 'freedom to be', 'freedom to think',
'freedom to choose' and 'freedom to self-govern'. The book:
Describes how freedom can be used to inform educational structures,
policies, pedagogies and practices across a range of settings
Features illustrative case studies of radical free schools and
alternative education spaces which have been underpinned by a
commitment to freedom and to advancing social justice Critiques the
current policy agenda to use 'freedom' to make education more
competitive through claims that it correlates with higher test
scores and academic success Considers some of the challenges for
teachers, educators and students of offering and experiencing
freedom in education, and argues that despite these, the case for
advancing freedom is both urgent and compelling Creating
discussions about the new meaning and role that 'freedom' can have
in improving education, Reclaiming Freedom in Education is a
practical contribution to educational activism, which will be a key
point of reference for teachers, parents, researchers and students
on undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Education Studies,
Early Childhood Studies and doctorates.
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