The Aims of Education - 9780415157391

Taylor & Francis

International philosophers of education explore the diverse strands of the liberal tradition in education. Issues covered include social justice, national identity, curriculum, critical thinking and social practices. > Here international philosophers of education explore and question diverse strains of the liberal tradition, discussing not only autonomy but other key issues such as:* social justice* national identity* curriculum* critical thinking* social practices.The contributors write from a variety of standpoints, offering many interpretations of what liberalism might mean in educational terms. > Acknowledgements List of Contributors Preface 1. Aims! Whose Aims? Kevin Harris\n2. Or what's heaven for? The Importance of Aims in Education Robin Barrow\n3. The Aims of Education and the Philosophy of Education: The Pathology of an Argument Peter Gilroy\n4. Education Without Aims Paul Standish\n5. Liberalism, Citizenship and the Private Interest in Schooling Kenneth Strike\n6..