Discussion 1
Should schools introduce a values-centered curriculum for all students? Defend your answer.
Pro
1. There are certain basic core values that educators involved in curriculum development
should be able to agree upon.
2. The classroom is a place in which students can define what values are and share a
diversity of viewpoints.
3. Students should be able to explore their values in a classroom setting.
4. Valuing is a part of citizenship education and, therefore, schools have a responsibility
to teach valuing.
5. Students need to learn to express themselves forthrightly and to make choices without
fear and condemnation.
Con
1. Values are not objective or neutral. Therefore, educators involved in curriculum
development cannot easily agree upon them.
2. Engaging students in discussion will lead to peer pressure and indoctrination.
3. Unstated teacher attitudes may impinge upon students’ ability to identify their own
preferences.
4. Values are not part of civic education. Moreover, values education is the responsibility
of the home, not the school.
5. There is no assurance that the teacher can model values or choosing, much less
provide appropriate instructional activities that will promote these behaviors.
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