Human Rights are fundamental rights given to every person on earth on the basis of being considered “human”. These rights protect individuals from abuse, discrimination, intolerance, injustice and oppression and ultimately allow society to live with each other in peace. However, not everyone is aware of this and thus it becomes important for everyone to gain an understanding of their rights either through Human Rights Education or Human Rights in Education. This essay will therefore define and differentiate between Human Rights Education and Human Rights in Education, it will then discuss one of them and the approaches found in that area and demonstrate how a selected approach may be used in a certain teaching subject (i.e. Geography).
Firstly, to build on the above definition of Human Rights, there are five basic assumptions as to what they are. The first being, human beings exist in relation to other human beings/creatures and their environments across time and space – human rights are therefore considered universal (Carrim, 2006). Secondly, in order for the development and overall survival of the human race, these relations need to be considered as …show more content…
Human Rights in Education is the right to have an education/form of training (epistemic access), to be treated fairly (without prejudice), quality education and the right to a respectful learning environment (UNICEF, 2007). In this instance the teachers “...task to translate national policies into practical action in each school and to ensure that they embrace a culture that is inclusive and respectful of every child” (UNICEF, 2007). Ultimately, it is the practical side of human rights where it is played out within a school or learning environment. On the other hand, Human Rights Education is the more theoretical side as it involves educating people about their constitutional
Firstly, to build on the above definition of Human Rights, there are five basic assumptions as to what they are. The first being, human beings exist in relation to other human beings/creatures and their environments across time and space – human rights are therefore considered universal (Carrim, 2006). Secondly, in order for the development and overall survival of the human race, these relations need to be considered as …show more content…
Human Rights in Education is the right to have an education/form of training (epistemic access), to be treated fairly (without prejudice), quality education and the right to a respectful learning environment (UNICEF, 2007). In this instance the teachers “...task to translate national policies into practical action in each school and to ensure that they embrace a culture that is inclusive and respectful of every child” (UNICEF, 2007). Ultimately, it is the practical side of human rights where it is played out within a school or learning environment. On the other hand, Human Rights Education is the more theoretical side as it involves educating people about their constitutional