Social Reconstuctionism is a modern philosophie that is influenced by western Education. It makes people accountable for change in society. So should this philosopy be used in our schools? Should Students be aware of the ills or society? should they be taught how to change problems as a whole? I believe Students should be made aware of societal issues. These subjects should be discussed in schools. Students should have a say in the world in which they live. The use of this such style of thinking in schools would bring about inquiry in students. There would be more stimulating thinking. I think Social Reconstructionalism would work in schools today and is very much needed. Students should be prepared how to fight for causes and stand up for injustices and the like. Young minds can do wonders to societal problems. An example how this approached was used in schools comes for a Baltimore Algebra Project. The class staged a walkout and blocked traffic by drawing pictures of dead bodies in the street while chanting "no education, no life". Then the students took pictures or their deplorable school and used them to send to lawmakers and politicians. This is a great example of how social reconstruction can be used in school to advocate change in society. More projects like this needs to come from the students.
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