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The concept of 'self' is a core component of 'social education' as it is defined by its focus on the development of knowledge and attitudes regarding the self and others [1], and is explicitly identified as a primary strand of practice [2]. Furthermore, social education emphasizes the immediate future of the self and self-other relationships [3], while the specific individualistic nature of the self often informs Western discussions on the subject [4].
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Developing youth work: Chapter 5 - Beyond social education infed.org 4 facts
referenceElliot and Pring (1975) identified a concern with the relationship of the self, others, and society as a strand of practice in social education.
claimThe concept of self that informs much discussion about social education in Western contexts is distinctly individualistic.
referenceJ. McBeath (1986) defines 'social education' or 'social and personal development' by the extent to which an emphasis is placed upon 'the immediate present and the immediate future of the self and self—other relationships'.
referenceLee (1980) defined social education as all teaching or informal activities planned by curriculum developers, teachers, or other professionals to enhance the development of knowledge, understanding, attitudes, sensitivities, and competence in relation to the self and others, social institutions, structures, and organizations, and social issues.