In defence of personal autonomy as a fundamental educational aim in Liberal Democracies: A response to Hand

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Abstract

This paper responds to Michael Hand's argument in 'Against autonomy as an educational aim' (Oxford Review of Education, 32, 535-550), refutes it and identifies two faults at its foundation. Through this criticism, the paper makes a substantiated case, both theoretical and empirical, for endorsing the value of education for autonomy as a major goal of education in Liberal Democracies today.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)111-126
Number of pages16
JournalOxford Review of Education
Volume36
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 Feb 2010

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  • Education

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