Norbert Elias and knowledge: contribution to the debate on curriculum
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Human Development, Knowledge, Curriculum, Community Role, School.Abstract
From the analysis developed by Norbert Elias, this article discusses in a general way the process of the production of knowledge, highlighting the role of the school in the development of modern societies – especially referring to school curriculum. It begins by identifying the evolutionist perspective of the author – clearly tied to Darwin’s concepts. Next, it points out his methodological choices and his point of view about the process of construction of knowledge by human beings. Finally, it discusses the social role of school according to the theoretical reference focused on in this paper.
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