Routledge Democratic Education as Curricular Problem - Routledge

This Routledge publication reimagines democratic education by moving beyond prescriptive processes to explore its paradoxical nature, examining the fundamental tension between schooling as intentional citizen production and democracy's inherent uncertainties. Rather than seeking a perfect formula combining theory, policy and praxis, the book historicises the educational discourses that have shaped contemporary thinking and practice in education. Through this approach, readers gain fresh perspectives on curriculum development and the complex relationship between democratic ideals and educational institutions, making it essential for scholars, educators and students interested in understanding how historical consciousness informs curriculum choices and the moral limits of present-day educational reform.