Does Compulsory Schooling Serve to Liberate Children?

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Freedom of choice is not restricted at school. For example, students can choose between different languages. They can choose their exams and what to read, etc.

(Kant)

#44 · · Dennis HackethalOP, 12 months ago · context · CriticismCriticized2 criticim(s)

That's not a real choice. For example, I had to choose between French and Latin, but I didn't have the choice to do neither and create a new alternative.

Compulsory schooling itself violates freedom of choice, as the student does not have the choice to stay at home and do something else with his time instead.

#45 · · Dennis HackethalOP, 12 months ago · Criticism of #44
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Exams are not an example of freedom of choice. On the contrary: they are an instrument of oppression.

#46 · · Dennis HackethalOP, 12 months ago · Criticism of #44
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