Humanism in Education

Humanism

• Humanism in education came about in the wake of the ending of progressivism; carries many progressivist ideals

Humanism

• Also influenced by existentialism, so more individualistic than social

Humanism

• Also influenced by psychology and the discovered emphasis on self-actualization

Humanism

• One more major influence--criticism of schools during the social revolution in the 60s. Led to some experimentation in schools to implement child-centered ideals.

Principles of Humanism

• Lack of competition, and fear of punishment or failure compared to earlier models and implementation of schools.

Principles of Humanism

• Focus on imagination, experimentation, interest, growth, and cooperation.

Open Classrooms

• Free classroom setup that allows students to learn and collaborate more openly, lacking a strict schedule or traditional room organization.

Free School

• Opposing most public schools, set up in a way that fosters independence and free thinking without the "authoritarian" structure of a normal teacher and school.

Schools Without Failure

• Highest emphasis on an environment that encourage love and self-worth within students to create a more sustainable and effective learning track.

Humanism in Education

• Focuses on life skills, societal problems, and a humane, compassionate approach to eduation.

History of Humanism

• Term comes from German classical education from early 1800s
• Roots of the philosophy go back to ancient times when schools focused almost entirely on language (Latin and Greek)

Humanistic View of Students

• In educational humanism, a student is a free and independent individual with capabilities. They should be treated as such and guided in such endeavors.