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Homogeneity and Diversity: Comparing Japanese and American Perspectives on Harmony and Disagreement
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Ethics and Education . Oct 2009 4(2):153-162. - Publication Year :
- 2009
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Abstract
- My article aims to develop a relational, pluralistic political theory that moves beyond standard theories of liberal democracy, and to consider how such a theory translates into our public school settings. I use a narrative style argument to share stories that focus on homogeneity and diversity from my visit to a Japanese elementary school, as I consider, drawing on the work of Chantal Mouffe, the important role harmony and disagreement, and a tension between homogeneity and diversity, play in encouraging citizens to contribute to their school and their larger communities in a democracy-always-in-the-making. I argue that there is much we can learn from Japanese educational practices. (Contains 4 notes.)
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 1744-9642
- Volume :
- 4
- Issue :
- 2
- Database :
- ERIC
- Journal :
- Ethics and Education
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- EJ870481
- Document Type :
- Journal Articles<br />Reports - Descriptive
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1080/17449640903326789