Patriotism, when it wants to make itself felt in the domain of learning, is a dirty fellow who should be thrown out of doors.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Patriotism that tries to influence education is dirty and should be expelled.
- In plain terms
- Patriotic interference in learning is harmful.
- What can you take from it?
- Keep education free from nationalist bias.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What role should national identity play in schools?
- How to balance civic values and academic neutrality?
Another view
Patriotism can also inspire positive civic education.
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