First, the definition of education democratization
Education should have the characteristics of equality, democracy and cooperation, and can mobilize the enthusiasm of educators and educatees. It includes democracy and democratic education in education. The former is to extend the extension of democracy to the field of education so that everyone who is educated can enjoy equal civil rights.
Including equal educational opportunities, equal admission opportunities, equal educational resources, equal educational process and results, equal educational management, democratic teacher-student relationship, democratic educational activities, and providing more opportunities for students to choose freely. The latter refers to the transformation of authoritarian education into democratic education.
Second, the main content of education democratization
The main contents include: abolishing the hierarchical education system, giving the general public the right to receive education, implementing equal educational opportunities, opposing the suppression of children's personality, demanding respect for students, mobilizing their enthusiasm, and cultivating and improving their awareness of democracy and participation.
The Requirements of Democratization for Education Reform
I. Equal opportunities
Democratization education requires providing equal educational opportunities for every student, regardless of social background, gender, race or economic status. This means eliminating all forms of discrimination and inequality and ensuring that every student has equal access to high-quality education.
Two. Participation and cooperation
Democratization education emphasizes the participation and cooperation of students. It encourages students to actively participate in classroom discussion, decision-making and school affairs management. Students are the main body in the process of education, not just the object of passive acceptance of knowledge.
Third, diversity and inclusiveness.
Democratization education requires respecting and appreciating different cultures, values and viewpoints. It encourages the education system to provide a variety of courses, reflect the diversity of society, and ensure that every student can feel tolerance and respect in the educational environment.