A call to adopt pedagogies of optimism in times of armed conflicts: theoretical and practical insights

Izhar Oplatka

doi:10.1108/JPCC-06-2024-0088

A call to adopt pedagogies of optimism in times of armed conflicts: theoretical and practical insights

Izhar Oplatka

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Abstract

Purpose: The paper argues for the introduction of pedagogies of optimism (and implicitly of hope) in schools as a response to the danger of pessimism, skepticism and helplessness characterizing periods of armed conflicts. Design/methodology/approach: A conceptual analysis. Findings: Following an analysis of armed conflicts and their impact on educational systems, the critical contribution of pedagogies of optimism is illuminated. Teachers are encouraged to follow major phases in this kind of pedagogy, such as discovery, acceptance of the situation, imagination and critical thinking. Originality/value: Practical suggestions are provided at the end of the paper.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	300-308
Number of pages	9
Journal	Journal of Professional Capital and Community
Volume	9
Issue number	4
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1108/JPCC-06-2024-0088
State	Published - 3 Dec 2024
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

Armed conflict
Optimism
Pedagogy
Teaching

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Social Psychology
Education
Communication

UN SDGs

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