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University and values

Author(s): Joanna Laskowska
Subject(s): Anthropology
Published by: Instytut Nauk o Kulturze i Studiów Interdyscyplinarnych - Wydział Filologiczny - Uniwersytet Śląski
Keywords: University; education; values; knowledge; 'useful' knowledge; capitalism

Summary/Abstract: The aim of the paper is to focused on discussion about the role of the university in today's world. A history of the university shows different understanding of knowledge through the centuries. A medieval university was describing the world; Renaissance university was taming a nature; Enlightenment university was shaping students' characters. Contemporary university should not only provide 'useful' knowledge but also shape students approach to the world.

  • Issue Year: 2013
  • Issue No: 20-21
  • Page Range: 199-205
  • Page Count: 7
  • Language: Polish