Religious Influence, Indoctrination, and Freedom in Faith Schools

Philosophical and Empirical Perspectives
1. Auflage 2026
ISBN: 978-1-041-15999-5
Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Buch, Englisch, 192 Seiten, Format (B × H): 156 mm x 234 mm

Reihe: Routledge International Studies in the Philosophy of Education

This novel volume explores the relationships between religious education, indoctrination, and student freedom within faith schools, connecting local practices in Norway to broader international contexts to explore the wider implications of religious education in diverse settings.

Drawing on both theoretical discussions and empirical research, the book explores longstanding debates about faith schools’ role in shaping students’ beliefs and critical thinking. Chapters address key issues such as the risk of indoctrination in faith schools, the role of religious education, and the balance between religious influence and students’ freedom. The book also delves into the philosophical foundations of freedom, autonomy, and critical thinking in education, emphasising their importance in counteracting indoctrination.

Through empirical examples from Norwegian faith school leaders, it analyses how these leaders navigate the challenges of indoctrination while fostering students’ freedom of thought.

Zielgruppe

Academic and Postgraduate

Autoren/Hrsg.

Fosse, Øyvind Andre

Fachgebiete

• Geisteswissenschaften Philosophie Moderne Philosophische Disziplinen Philosophie des Geistes, Neurophilosophie
• Sozialwissenschaften Pädagogik Schulen, Schulleitung Konfessionsschulen
• Geisteswissenschaften Religionswissenschaft Religionswissenschaft Allgemein Religionsunterricht

Inhaltsverzeichnis

1. Why the Focus on Religious Influence, Indoctrination, and Freedom 2. Faith Schools: The Norwegian Context 3. Religious Influence as a Central Element in Faith Schools 4. The Concept of Indoctrination 5. Religious Influence and Indoctrination 6. The Role of Freedom in Education 7. Discussions on Liberal and Worldview-Neutral Education 8. Critical Thinking 9. Epilogue

Über Autor(innen)

Øyvind Andre Fosse, Associate Professor in Education, Department of Teacher Education, NLA University College, Norway.