The Democratisation of Knowledge: A New Paradigm for Courses in Philosophy of Education at the University of South Africa.

Higgs, L. G.

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Publication Date: 1998

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The Democratisation of Knowledge: A New Paradigm for Courses in Philosophy of Education at the University of South Africa.

Higgs, L. G.

South African Journal of Higher Education, v12 n1 p190-200 1998

Describes the transformation of the philosophy of the teacher education program at the University of South Africa from a traditional, fundamental pedagogical approach to a pluralistic problem-centered approach that encourages trainees to develop their own creative potential. Course outlines and anticipated outcomes are included. (Author/MSE)

Descriptors: Case Studies, Change Strategies, Course Content, Course Descriptions, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Democratic Values, Educational Change, Educational Philosophy, Foreign Countries, Higher Education, Problem Based Learning, Schools of Education, Teacher Education

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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