Practical Wisdom and Democratic Education: Phronesis, Art and Non-traditional Students

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This book explores the development of practical wisdom, or phronesis, within the stories of four mature students studying for degrees in art and design. Through an analysis informed by the ideas of Basil Bernstein and Aristotle, the authors propose that phronesis – or the ability to deliberate well – should be an intrinsic part of a democratic education. As a number of vocational and academic disciplines require deliberation and the ability to draw on knowledge, character and experience, it is essential that no student feels their experience puts them at a disadvantage. The authors argue that democratic education should allow each participant to feel enhanced, included and able to participate in order to create a constructive and reciprocal dialogue. This work will be of value to students and scholars interested in democratic education, the experiences of non-traditional students, and the sociology of education. Front Matter ....Pages i-xix Non-traditional Students in Art and Design Higher Education (Samantha Broadhead, Margaret Gregson)....Pages 1-25 Basil Bernstein and Democratic Education (Samantha Broadhead, Margaret Gregson)....Pages 27-54 Phronesis and Democratic Education (Samantha Broadhead, Margaret Gregson)....Pages 55-75 Chad’s Deliberations About Her Education in Art and Design (Samantha Broadhead, Margaret Gregson)....Pages 77-107 Bob’s Story and Horizontal Discourse in the Studio (Samantha Broadhead, Margaret Gregson)....Pages 109-132 Eliza’s Story of Exclusion (Samantha Broadhead, Margaret Gregson)....Pages 133-156 Jane’s Story of Confidence, Inclusion and Participation Through Phronesis (Samantha Broadhead, Margaret Gregson)....Pages 157-179 Conclusion and Recommendations (Samantha Broadhead, Margaret Gregson)....Pages 181-191 Back Matter ....Pages 193-200