Description
A Handy Book on Philosophical & Sociological Perspectives of Education – I is a thoughtfully crafted academic resource that addresses the foundational concepts of education through both philosophical and sociological lenses. Designed in alignment with the Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP) under the framework of NEP 2020, this book is especially relevant for students pursuing B.Ed., M.Ed., B.A. (Education), and M.A. (Education) courses. It also serves as an invaluable guide for aspiring teacher educators, UGC NET candidates, and education researchers. This book stands out in its holistic treatment of core educational themes, offering a balanced integration of Indian Knowledge Systems and Western Philosophical Thought. The authors have meticulously presented topics such as the meaning, nature, and aims of education, the relationship between philosophy and education, schools of philosophical thought (Idealism, Naturalism, Pragmatism, Progressivism), value education in the 21st century, and the perspectives of key Indian and Western educational thinkers including Sri Aurobindo, J. Krishnamurti, Rousseau, Dewey, Montessori, and others.
