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Wendell Berry, Liberalism, and Democratic Theory: Implications for the Rural School.

Authors :
Snauwaert, Dale T.
Source :
Peabody Journal of Education. Sum 1990 67(4):118-130.
Publication Year :
1990

Abstract

Explores Wendell Berry's social philosophy in the context of the larger framework of liberalism and democratic theory, addressing implications for reconceptualizing rural schooling. The article exposes the benefits rural schools could tap by fostering a critical literacy based on local knowledge. (SM)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0161-956X
Volume :
67
Issue :
4
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Peabody Journal of Education
Publication Type :
Report
Accession number :
EJ461939
Document Type :
Reports - General<br />Journal Articles