Comparing A.S. Neill To Rousseau, Appropriate?

The following article explores a comparison drawn by several authors between A.S. Neill and J.-J. Rousseau. To conduct this exploration, the article first delineates a methodology that rests on the analysis of key educational themes. Then, the article contextualizes the works of both Neill and Rouss...

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Published in:Journal of unschooling and alternative learning 2011-12, Vol.5 (10), p.1-19
Main Authors: Marc-Alexandre PRUD'HOMME, Dr. Giuliano REIS
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:The following article explores a comparison drawn by several authors between A.S. Neill and J.-J. Rousseau. To conduct this exploration, the article first delineates a methodology that rests on the analysis of key educational themes. Then, the article contextualizes the works of both Neill and Rousseau. This contextualization clarifies the subsequent comparative analysis. This analysis examines Neill and Rousseau' stances on knowledge, learning, teaching and the nature of learners. This examination identifies evident discrepancies between the discourses of both authors. As a result, it concludes that the likening of Neill to Rousseau is largely inappropriate.
ISSN:1916-8128
1916-8128