Rethinking the Politics of Education

Rethinking the Politics of Education is a book that challenges the modern mythology of education and argues for a fundamental rethinking of what education is. It examines the association of education with social justice, democracy, and improvement and offers new ways of thinking that draw on ontological positions from psychoanalytical, philosophical, and social discourses. The book contends that education is an essential form of politics and must be understood through a careful examination of its history, modes of operation, and basic structures. It will be of great interest to academics, researchers, and postgraduate students interested in the philosophy of education, the politics of education, educational theory, and the sociology of education.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 230 pages
Publication date: 29 January 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Rethinking the Politics of Education offers a groundbreaking exploration of the modern and contemporary mythology of education, challenging prevailing notions about education as fulfillment and redemption. Through a critical analysis of the association of education with social justice, democracy, and improvement projects, the book challenges the very foundations of our understanding of education.

This book advocates for a fundamental rethinking of education, delving into the current state of education and educational apparatuses in the contemporary world. It examines the intricate relationships between educational discourses and their underlying ontological stances, proposing innovative ways of thinking that draw upon ontological perspectives from psychoanalytical, philosophical, and social discourses.

The book argues that education is a crucial form of politics that requires a thorough examination of its historical modes of operation, its basic structures, and its underlying principles. It challenges the idealized notion of education and advocates for a more nuanced and critical understanding of its role in shaping society.

This book presents an original and alternative account of a theoretically informed political ontology of education, making it an invaluable resource for academics, researchers, and postgraduate students interested in the philosophy of education, the politics of education, educational theory, and the sociology of education. It offers a fresh perspective on education that challenges traditional assumptions and encourages a deeper understanding of its complex and multifaceted nature.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032200989