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That's why school subjects like media studies and civics aren't bullshit wishy-washy ones, they're essential for getting us out of this rut. We should teach the
by ZenoArrow 9y ago
That's why school subjects like media studies and civics aren't bullshit wishy-washy ones, they're essential for getting us out of this rut. We should teach the young how to be better citizens than we are by equipping them with the tools to see through propaganda and to help them set the direction they see as best for their country.
Also, there should be room for both rationality and emotion in public debate. Emotion is a key part of the human experience, making decisions based on rationality alone will stop us seeing why certain rational decisions should not be followed.
- zo1 9y agoI'm fine with that as long as they're not used for indoctrination. I.e. Every single issue and previous decision by society needs to be "re-decided" by the children in the civics class, without influence by the teachers. If you're not doing that, you're reinforcing previous generations' biases in the form of indoctrination. It's a very precarious line to walk, and a very important one because you're dealing with innocent and impressionable minds.
- ZenoArrow 9y agoYes, it would be best to let the students explore the subjects with only a minimum of guidance. I'd suggest that for this reason it'd make sense if these subjects were not graded.