For Which Teaching Will Social Reconstructionist Be?

Social reconstructionism is a philosophy that emphasizes the addressing of social questions and a quest to create a better society and worldwide democracy. Reconstructionist educators focus on a curriculum that highlights social reform as the aim of education.

What is the role of the teacher in social reconstructionism?

Role of the Teacher – Reconstructionist want teachers to be social activist. They believe the improvement in society results from continuous thoughtful change and the best change agent is the educational process. Teachers need to focus on critical issues and allow students to have a active say in education.

How is social reconstructionism applied in the classroom?

The reconstructionist classroom contains a teacher who involves the students in discussions of moral dilemmas to understand the implications of one's actions. Students individually select their objectives and social priorities and then, with guidance from the teacher, create a plan of action to make the change happen.