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Security forces have suffered a number of major defeats as the cost of jihadist attacks continues to rise
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-GA289691
ISSN: 2633-304X
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The paper argues for the introduction of pedagogies of optimism (and implicitly of hope) in schools as a response to the danger of pessimism, skepticism and helplessness…
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Purpose
The paper argues for the introduction of pedagogies of optimism (and implicitly of hope) in schools as a response to the danger of pessimism, skepticism and helplessness characterizing periods of armed conflicts.
Design/methodology/approach
A conceptual analysis.
Findings
Following an analysis of armed conflicts and their impact on educational systems, the critical contribution of pedagogies of optimism is illuminated. Teachers are encouraged to follow major phases in this kind of pedagogy, such as discovery, acceptance of the situation, imagination and critical thinking.
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Practical suggestions are provided at the end of the paper.
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