Reclaiming the radical legacy of Gestalt education in contemporary educational practice

Abstract

"Abstract: This paper outlines key issues in the contemporary educational landscape and argues that radical traditions, including Gestalt, have much to offer educators and school systems struggling to balance the growth needs of their students and staff alongside environmental pressures to implement rigid, constraining and depersonalised policy impera- tives. Some examples are offered of small scale initiatives that can make a palpable difference to the educational experience of students and staff and support human flourishing. Key words: educational policy, educational change, student voice, public spaces, globalisa- tion."