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Chance Quote by Alfie Kohn

“Students should not only be trained to live in a democracy when they grow up; they should have the chance to live in one today.” quote by Alfie Kohn — Download Open image

“Students should not only be trained to live in a democracy when they grow up; they should have the chance to live in one today.”

About This Quote

Source Book: Punished by Rewards, 1993

Democratic education should be practiced now, not just taught for future citizenship.

In simple terms: Teach democracy by living it today.

Key Takeaway

Implement democratic practices in schools now.

Themes

education democracy participation

Mood

hopeful thoughtful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

classroom discussions
student councils
community projects

Key Concepts

pedagogy citizenship

Questions to Reflect On

What democratic practices can schools adopt?
How to balance order and freedom?

A Different Perspective

Practical constraints may limit full democracy.

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