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2023-12
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Philosophy
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http://dx.doi.org/10.34944/dspace/9504
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There is an ongoing debate regarding how to situate Nietzsche’s philosophy of education, both in terms of his own stance on the viability of education in modernity and with regard to the value of his work for contemporary discussions about education and education theory. I analyze and address Nietzsche’s discussion of philosophy, art, and religion in order to find a novel way into this debate. By situating his philosophy of education in the broader context of the German Bildung tradition, I am able to pull from his more general philosophical discussions to highlight important features of his educational theory. I give special attention to contemporary conversations regarding whether his work is egalitarian or elitist. I establish a methodological defense of utilizing Nietzsche’s work on culture as a basis for understanding his sparser and often confusing discussions surrounding education. Drawing on Nietzsche’s broader philosophy of culture offers a toolset that allows for greater clarity and ingenuity in responding to previously entrenched debates. I argue that Nietzsche sees cultural phenomena and institutions as serving an educational role in the life of a population. The central feature of cultural institutions – including, but not limited to institutions of learning – is to elevate the general population into an educated, critical, and creative community. Drawing on the wider German philosophical tradition of Bildung, I show that Nietzsche’s philosophical commitments suggest an inclusive and community-oriented reading of his philosophy of education.
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