Ricoeur, Identity and Early Childhood (Hardcover)

Early childhood education in Western society has come under increasing scrutiny by governments that see early education as an important factor in economic growth and development. Thus, social traditions in the field are increasingly giving way to an intensified focus on marketization and regulation, but with a corresponding diminishing concern for ethics and social participation. Drawing on the work of contemporary French philosopher Paul Ricoeur, Sandy Farquhar analyzes the problematic way in which we become who we are and the discourse that surrounds that learning. The book explores the ethical basis of identity formation in early childhood education and seeks fresh alternatives to commonly accepted perspectives on social policy, education, and the nature of our 'selves.' Farquhar uses Aotearoa New Zealand bicultural curriculum and policy context as examples for developing the theme of curriculum as a contest of ideas and a powerful form of resistance. Promoting the importance of narrative in understanding identity formation, the book elaborates on contemporary themes of difference, ethics, and social justice, calling for a revitalized sense of liberalism and social democracy.

General

Imprint:	Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Country of origin:	United States
Series:	Critical Education Policy and Politics
Release date:	October 2010
First published:	September 2010
Authors:	Sandy Farquhar
Dimensions:	240 x 162 x 17mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	184
ISBN-13:	978-1-4422-0645-8
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Education > Schools > Primary / junior schools Books > Social sciences > Education > Higher & further education > General
LSN:	1-4422-0645-4
Barcode:	9781442206458

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