What is Social Control in Education

This chapter delves into the relationship between politics and education in current culture. The chapter argues that humanistic education is essential in a pluralistic society that recognizes and values the diversity of human experience. It addresses the concept of political pedagogy and the historical use of education as a means of social control. A multicultural society demands an education approach that stresses critical thinking and social responsibility, according to this chapter. In addition, it emphasizes the significance of studying the humanities, such as philosophy, literature, history, and the arts, for gaining a deeper understanding of the human experience and developing a critical perspective on the world.