Curriculum should promote civic engagement from "summary" of DEMOCRACY & EDUCATION by John Dewey
The purpose of education is not simply to transmit knowledge, but to cultivate the habits and dispositions necessary for active participation in democratic society. This requires a curriculum that goes beyond the acquisition of facts and skills, to include opportunities for students to engage with real-world issues and develop their capacity for critical thinking and moral judgment. By promoting civic engagement, the curriculum can help students to see themselves as active agents in the world, capable of making a difference through their actions and decisions. This involves not only learning about the institutions and practices of democracy, but also participating in them through activities such as community service, political advocacy, and collaborative problem-solving.
Through these experiences, students can develop a sense of civic responsibility and a commitment to the common good. They can learn to appreciate the diversity of perspectives and interests that exist in society, and to work towards the resolution of conflicts through dialogue and negotiation. In this way, the curriculum can help to foster a sense of shared purpose and solidarity among citizens, leading to a more inclusive and democratic society.
At the same time, promoting civic engagement in the curriculum can help to address the challenges of political apathy and alienation that are prevalent in contemporary society. By providing students with opportunities to participate in meaningful ways, the curriculum can help them to develop a sense of ownership and investment in the democratic process, and to see themselves as potential agents of change.
In this way, the curriculum can help to bridge the gap between the classroom and the wider community, and to connect students’ learning to real-world issues and concerns. By promoting civic engagement, the curriculum can help to create a more vibrant and participatory democracy, in which all citizens have the knowledge, skills, and motivation to take an active role in shaping the future of society.
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