
EP # 133 | Public Education
Just Thinking Podcast
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The Intersection of Education and Ideology
This chapter explores the profound influence of Paulo Freire's Marxist educational philosophy on public education, juxtaposing it with John Dewey's progressive ideals. It discusses the dangers of collectivist frameworks in education and critiques the emphasis on Social Emotional Learning (SEL) that can divert focus from essential academic skills. The episode raises questions about the spiritual and academic implications of adopting educational approaches that stray from biblical principles.
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