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 res...
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