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EDUCATION AND THE
REPRODUCTION
OF THE ENLIGHTENMENT
Geraint Parry
1. Kant's View on Enlightenment:
Kant viewed his era as an "age of enlightenment" emphasizing a
continuous process rather than a completed accomplishment.
The goal was to free individuals from mental subjugation, allowing
them to attain maturity and self-direction.
2. Education as Enlightenment:
Kant argued that enlightenment was an educative experience.
The essay emphasizes the essential role of educating the young in the
reproduction of society and culture.
3. Locke's Influence on Enlightenment Education:
John Locke's "Some Thoughts Concerning Education" (1693) had a
profound impact on Enlightenment thinking.
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, Locke's curriculum and methods were influential due to an
appreciation of the human mind and its learning potential.
4. Locke's Philosophical Basis:
Locke's belief in the mind as a "tabula rasa" (blank sheet) influenced
his educational philosophy.
Sensory impressions were crucial, and experiences formed the basis
for the mind's development.
5. Education as Moral Obligation:
Locke argued that education was a moral obligation to realize the full
potential of the mind and body.
Humans, unlike animals, had the liberty to suspend desires and make
rational decisions based on a norm, contributing to being a moral agent.
6. Education for Deliberation:
The object of education, according to Locke, was to inculcate in
children the practice of deliberation.
The goal was to enable individuals to rationally consider various
aspects of the physical, intellectual, moral, or political worlds.
7. Education Stimulating Curiosity:
Locke advocated for an education that stimulated curiosity, beginning
with play and experiences.
Teachers were encouraged to respond with reasoned arguments,
fostering the growth of a critically thinking individual.
8. Locke's Recommendations on Physical Upbringing:
Locke's recommendations on physical upbringing included
promoting robust health through a plain diet, outdoor activities, loose
clothing, and cold water baths.
9. Balance in Education Objectives:
Locke sought to balance the objectives of living an orderly civil life and
acquiring a critical and independent stance towards established beliefs.
The goal was to create individuals capable of reasoned assent to
propositions in intellectual, moral, and political matters.
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EDUCATION AND THE
REPRODUCTION
OF THE ENLIGHTENMENT
Geraint Parry
1. Kant's View on Enlightenment:
Kant viewed his era as an "age of enlightenment" emphasizing a
continuous process rather than a completed accomplishment.
The goal was to free individuals from mental subjugation, allowing
them to attain maturity and self-direction.
2. Education as Enlightenment:
Kant argued that enlightenment was an educative experience.
The essay emphasizes the essential role of educating the young in the
reproduction of society and culture.
3. Locke's Influence on Enlightenment Education:
John Locke's "Some Thoughts Concerning Education" (1693) had a
profound impact on Enlightenment thinking.
EDUCATION AND THE REPRODUCTION OF THE ENLIGHTENMENT 1
, Locke's curriculum and methods were influential due to an
appreciation of the human mind and its learning potential.
4. Locke's Philosophical Basis:
Locke's belief in the mind as a "tabula rasa" (blank sheet) influenced
his educational philosophy.
Sensory impressions were crucial, and experiences formed the basis
for the mind's development.
5. Education as Moral Obligation:
Locke argued that education was a moral obligation to realize the full
potential of the mind and body.
Humans, unlike animals, had the liberty to suspend desires and make
rational decisions based on a norm, contributing to being a moral agent.
6. Education for Deliberation:
The object of education, according to Locke, was to inculcate in
children the practice of deliberation.
The goal was to enable individuals to rationally consider various
aspects of the physical, intellectual, moral, or political worlds.
7. Education Stimulating Curiosity:
Locke advocated for an education that stimulated curiosity, beginning
with play and experiences.
Teachers were encouraged to respond with reasoned arguments,
fostering the growth of a critically thinking individual.
8. Locke's Recommendations on Physical Upbringing:
Locke's recommendations on physical upbringing included
promoting robust health through a plain diet, outdoor activities, loose
clothing, and cold water baths.
9. Balance in Education Objectives:
Locke sought to balance the objectives of living an orderly civil life and
acquiring a critical and independent stance towards established beliefs.
The goal was to create individuals capable of reasoned assent to
propositions in intellectual, moral, and political matters.
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