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2. 2. RECONSTRUCTIONISM AND EDUCATION The reconstructionists seek a curriculum that emphasizes cultural pluralism, equality and futurism. Critically examines the cultural heritage of a society as well as entire civilization. Is not afraid to examine controversial issues. Is deliberately committed to bring about social and constructive change. Cultivate a future planning attitude that considers the realities of the world. Enlists students and teachers in a definite program to enhance cultural renewal and interculturalism. 2
3. 3. RECONSTRUCTIONISM AND AIMS OF EDUCATION Strengthen control of the schools by and for goal-seeking interests of the overwhelming majority of mankind. 3
4. 4. RECONSTRUCTIONISM AND CURRICULUM For reconstructionism analysis, interpretation and evaluation of problems are insufficient commitment and action by students and teachers are needed. 4
5. 5. RECONSTRUCTIONISM AND TEACHER Teacher should measure up to their social responsibilities. 5
6. 6. Reconstructionist Design Provide students with learning requisite for altering social, economic, & political realities Curriculum should foster social action, aimed at reconstructing society Encourages industrial & political changes Students should be involved in creating a more equitable society. 6
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8. 8. What does a Reconstructionist curriculum look like? A reconstructionist curriculum would include bringing students into their community. Ideally, students would spend half of their time in the classroom and the other half outside of the classroom in different settings. The curriculum would encourage students to directly apply what they are learning through social activism, reform and change. As part of the reconstructionism model, the curriculum would use service learning and discussion groups to teach, while also bringing the world into the classroom and the students out into their community. The curriculum would also encourage students to be curious and inquire about the world with the goal of having them re-invent it. 8
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