Devoted Quote by John Ruskin
“Modern education has devoted itself to the teaching of impudence, and then we complain that we can no longer control our mobs.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Modern Education, John Ruskin, 1860
He critiques education for fostering arrogance, leading to loss of social control.
In simple terms: Education can breed impudence, causing societal unrest.
Key Takeaway
Promote humility and critical thinking in schooling.
Themes
education
society
control
arrogance
Mood
critical
concerned
Type
social
political
When to use this quote
- classroom
- policy making
- public discourse
Key Concepts
pedagogy
social order
morality
Questions to Reflect On
- What reforms could curb impudence without stifling thought?
- How does education shape civic behavior?
A Different Perspective
Balancing free expression with responsibility is complex.
