Animal behavior Quote by Paul Goodman
““To learn theory by experimenting and doing. To learn belonging by participating and self-rule. Permissiveness in all animal behavior and interpersonal expression. Emphasis on individual differences. Unblocking and training feeling by plastic arts, eurythmics and dramatics. Tolerance of races, classes, and cultures. Group therapy as a means of solidarity, in the staff meeting and community meeting. Taking youth seriously as an age in itself. Community of youth and adults, minimizing 'authority.' Educational use of the actual physical plant (buildings and farms) and the culture of the school community. Emphasis in the curriculum on real problems and wider society, its geography and history, with actual participation in the neighboring community (village or city). Trying for functional interrelation of activities.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Growing Up in America, Paul Goodman, 1965
Emphasizes experiential learning, community participation, and respect for individual differences through real-world engagement and artistic expression.
In simple terms: Learning by doing, respecting diversity, and involving youth in community life.
Key Takeaway
Implement hands‑on, inclusive education.
Themes
education
community
diversity
experiential learning
youth empowerment
Mood
reflective
optimistic
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- school projects
- community service
- art workshops
- intergenerational dialogue
- farm-based learning
Key Concepts
constructivism
social ecology
humanistic pedagogy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can schools balance experiential projects with core academic standards?
- What barriers exist to integrating community resources into curricula?
A Different Perspective
May overlook academic rigor or standardized assessment demands.
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