Values as a basis for human’s education
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https://doi.org/10.15633/lie.794Keywords:
axiology, human-person, education, dignity, values, freedomAbstract
This article describes a process of educating based on values. Changes that are taking place, perceived as a crisis of the existing world, require an axiological consideration.
The values previously considered important such as the “human-person” and “freedom” are losing their older meaning. Man, without reference to the divine, becomes part of the social structure, he loses his sense of dignity and the ability of self-realization. He consigns himself to existence in the apparent values of the world. Also, the concept of freedom becomes narrower. The modern freedoms offered as substitutes are actually a hidden slavery.
The ability to select the authentic (justice, truthfulness, freedom) can help to restore a sense of dignity, promote personal development, and break down barriers between people. These are the essential objectives of education. In order for these to be ultimately realized the educational system needs to be change to one, which supports a critical, yet integral way of thinking about self and the world. One that is helpful in finding ways of self-realization. This type of education also requires the increased effort of educators.
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