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Criticism

During the twentieth century traditional schools have been the target of widespread criticism.

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The french sociologist Pierre Bourdieu in his book Distinction: A Social Critique of the Judgement of Taste showed how schools help to reproduce class structure.

Related Topics:
Pierre Bourdieu - Class

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Schools were accused of inhibiting rather than promoting the learning of children, basically by creating fear. People like A.S. Neill tried to create more libertarian schools (Summerhill) while others like John Holt saw home schooling as an alternative.

Related Topics:
A.S. Neill - Summerhill - John Holt

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