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Routledge On Education (Thinking in Action) - Harry Brighouse

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What is education for? In this thought-provoking philosophical examination, Harry Brighouse tackles fundamental questions about the purpose and direction of modern education systems. Should schools prioritise producing economically productive workers, or focus on educating engaged citizens capable of independent thought? Brighouse explores contentious issues including faith schools, patriotism in curricula, and the competing interests that shape educational policy. He argues that children possess four core interests that education must address: the capacity to form their own judgements about values and beliefs; the development of skills necessary for economic self-sufficiency in adulthood; exposure to diverse activities and experiences that foster personal flourishing; and the cultivation of broader capabilities for civic participation. This Routledge volume combines rigorous philosophical analysis with accessible writing to illuminate why these questions matter and how education systems should be reformed to serve children's genuine needs rather than narrow ideological or economic agendas.

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On Education examines fundamental philosophical questions about the purpose and design of modern education systems.

Brighouse addresses controversial topics including faith schools, patriotism in curricula, and competing educational priorities.

The book identifies four core interests children possess: independent judgement, economic self-sufficiency, personal flourishing, and civic development.

Published by Routledge as part of the Thinking in Action series, offering rigorous yet accessible philosophical analysis.

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hardcover
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Amazon UK
Release Date
01 November 2005
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09 February 2007

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