Change Quote by Gilles Deleuze
“The various forms of education or ‘normalization’ imposed upon an individual consist in making him or her change points of subjectification, always moving towards a higher, nobler one in closer conformity with the supposed ideal. Then from the point of subjectification issues a subject of enunciation, as a function of a mental reality determined by that point. Then from the subject of enunciation issues a subject of the statement, in other words, a subject bound to statements in conformity with a dominant reality”
About This Quote
Education reshapes identity by moving individuals through successive layers of subjectivity toward an idealized self, aligning personal expression with dominant narratives.
In simple terms: Education molds identity to fit societal ideals.
Key Takeaway
Identity is continuously redefined by cultural norms.
Themes
philosophy
education
identity
power
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
theoretical
critical essay
When to use this quote
- curriculum design
- media representation analysis
Key Concepts
subjectification
normativity
Practical Applications
- critically assess how curricula shape self‑concept
Questions to Reflect On
- How does education reinforce power structures?
- Can alternative subjectivities emerge within dominant systems?
A Different Perspective
May overlook resistance and alternative subjectivities.
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