John White and the Imposition of Autonomy.

Godfrey, Raymond

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ERIC Number: EJ305949

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Publication Date: 1984

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John White and the Imposition of Autonomy.

Godfrey, Raymond

Journal of Philosophy of Education, v18 n1 p115-17 1984

John White argues that autonomy is an essential ingredient in anyone's well-being. He holds that for educators to attempt to develop a pupil's autonomy is not an arbitrary imposition in the same way as inculcating a Catholic or Communist way of life would be. Flaws in his argument are discussed. (RM)

Descriptors: Educational Objectives, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education, Individual Power, Individualism, Locus of Control, Personal Autonomy, Self Actualization, Self Control, Self Determination

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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