We met the Danish educator, education
innovator and negotiator Lars Rokkjaer almost two months back, so confabulation
will fill in some blanks. This piece thus does not aspire to accuracy.
My impressions of L.R.
Distant. Pensive. Idiosyncratic. Reflective. Intense. Positive
Current educational philosophy
and its historical roots
Because of our culture (e.g. Soren Kierkegaard), we believe in
giving choice to pupils and students, as well as in making sure they understand
the responsibility their choices bear. If you do feel (prepared) to participate
in a class (due to emotions, motivation), we respect your decision to stay out.
If you are in, you show your willingness to learn and contribute.
Connection to self-knowledge and
self-awareness
Such approach involves self-knowledge, and we nurture this in our
whole curriculum.
State and education in the
Protestant tradition
We (the Danish) have always believed that the state cannot control
the whole education system. As a result, since 19th century our laws
have allowed independent schools to open.
How?
My memory seems to echo make sure you know what you are doing and
why.
Education and negotiations
I make effort understand them – as humans – and then their
interests. When they recognise that, we can look for a solution.
Thanks to Ľubka V. for connecting
us with Lars.
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