This course introduces learners to the philosophical, social, and constitutional foundations of education, with special reference to Indian and Western educational thinkers. It explores how education functions as a powerful instrument of social change, democracy, equality, and social justice.
The course examines the educational ideas of Indian philosophers such as Swami Vivekananda, Mahatma Gandhi, Rabindranath Tagore, Sri Aurobindo, and J. Krishnamurti, alongside Western thinkers like Plato, Rousseau, John Dewey, and Paulo Freire. Learners will critically understand the relationship between education and society, including concepts such as social mobility, stratification, multiculturalism, and national development.
A significant focus is given to the constitutional provisions of education in India, emphasizing equality of educational opportunity, common neighbourhood schools, equity versus equality, and the contributions of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar to social justice and human dignity.
The course also addresses curriculum development, modern trends, and major reforms suggested by NPE 1986 and NCF 2005, preparing learners to analyze contemporary educational practices critically.
Mode of Transaction: Lectures, discussions, seminars, and document analysis
Outcome: Development of philosophical insight, constitutional awareness, and critical understanding of education as a social process.
Course Learning Outcomes
On the successful completion of the course, the learner will be able to:
1. Compare the philosophical thoughts of Indian and Western thinkers on Education.
2. Recognize the impact of education in social processes.
3. Specify the educational provisions of the Indian Constitution.
4. Examine the implications of equality of educational opportunities on social justice.
5. Discuss the modern trends in curriculum development.
6. Summarize the curricular reforms suggested by NPE and NCF.
- Teacher: Haseena KV
- Teacher: Mubarak P