Learning Beyond the Objective in Primary Education av Ruth Wills

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<P><EM>Learning Beyond the Objective in Primary Education</EM> explores an existential perspective for pedagogy proposed in response to the current technocratic paradigm of education prevalent in many countries worldwide. This new perspective is termed ''Bildung''s Repetition.'' The book seeks to encourage policy makers and educational practitioners to consider the impact of education on children, <I>over and above </I>the meeting of set targets and objectives.</P><br/><br/><P>Located in a philosophical framework, this book considers how children might learn authentically in the light of their own personal contingency. A series of case studies reflecting the effectiveness of this perspective through the curriculum is provided, each illustrating how ''Bildung''s Repetition'' allows for personalized meaningful learning within current structures. Recommendations for practice are provided, encouraging all stakeholders in education to consider the value of this perspective, and effect a ''t