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Deschooling Society

Ivan Illich
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Deschooling Society

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2000

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Ivan Illich

Deschooling Society

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2000
Book Details
Pages

116

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Philosophy

Education

Psychology
Setting

1970s

Theme
Community
Topic
Philosophy

Education

Politics & Government
Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Deschooling Society, Ivan Illich critiques traditional schooling systems, advocating for learner-centered approaches that empower individuals. He proposes dismantling institutional education, promoting alternatives like self-directed learning and skill exchanges. Illich emphasizes the importance of personalized, community-based education over standardized curricula, aiming to foster genuine knowledge and societal participation.

Informative

Challenging

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.3

3,534 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Ivan Illich's Deschooling Society challenges conventional education systems, advocating for informal learning and self-directed education. Critics praise its revolutionary ideas and critique of institutionalized schooling, though some find its proposals impractical. The book remains influential in educational reform discussions.

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Who Should Read Deschooling Society?

A reader intrigued by Deschooling Society by Ivan Illich likely questions traditional education models and values radical educational reform. Similar readers often enjoy Pedagogy of the Oppressed by Paulo Freire and Anti-Fragile by Nassim Nicholas Taleb for their critical analysis of systemic structures.

4.3

3,534 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

116

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Philosophy

Education

Psychology
Setting

1970s

Theme
Community
Topic
Philosophy

Education

Politics & Government
Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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