Soka Education For the Happiness of the Individual

From the Japanese word meaning "to create value," this book presents a fresh perspective as to the question of the ultimate purpose of education. Mixing American pragmatism and the Buddhist philosophy of respect for all life, the goal of Soka education is the lifelong happiness of the learner. Rather than offering practical classroom techniques, this book speaks to the emotional heart of both the teacher and the student. With input from philosophers and activists from several cultures, it advances the conviction that the true purpose of education is to create a peaceful world and to develop the individual character of each student in order to achieve that goal.

This paperback edition contains four new chapters: one in-depth proposal and three essays. Dimensions 8.5" x 5.5". 242 pages

Published By Middleway Press