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Вот что она делает с людьми.
Учитель английского языка и литературы Воля Гностиктерров (Will Knowland) в свободное от работы в Итоне время.
В поддержку Воли выступил учитель теологии Итона, доктор теологии Лука Мартин (Dr Luke Martin). Он подал в отставку с поста зав.кафедрой "Виды на будущее ( 'perspectives')".
Из письма теолога:
'In the past few years at Eton I’ve become aware of a worrying trend. There is a growing promotion of a so-called ‘progressive’ ideology, that claims to be tolerant, inclusive and kind. This ideology is, of course, present in other institutions.
'But what has dawned on me over the last few years is that it is remarkably similar, in a particular respect, to the forms of religious fundamentalism that I’m familiar with: if you disagree with it, you’re excluded; if you think differently, you’re not tolerated; if you raise objections, you’re mocked or face formal discipline.
'I’ve become increasingly concerned that some schools, including Eton, are moving towards a point where it will be accurate to say that they are trying to indoctrinate their students into this worldview.
'As I said above, I am wholly opposed to the indoctrination of minors due to the damaging effects it can have. Over the last year or so I have taken some action, which culminated in me writing to the Head Master and Lower Master last June to relay my concerns.
‘In WSK’s [English teacher Will Knowland] video he offers a perspective on the topic of masculinity. I don’t agree with all the views expressed in the video, but then why should I? The Point of Perspectives is that boys are exposed to various perspectives, some of which they disagree with.
‘Since WSK was suspended, and then dismissed, my concerns about the prospect of indoctrination have returned. There are some who argue that school students shouldn’t be exposed to the contentious opinions of any of their teachers (or outside speakers).
'I disagree, but even if we are to grant this, it must then also apply to the many talks offered to boys in the name of ‘inclusion’. As a general point, I think it is patronising towards the boys to think they’re unable to handle controversial views.'
Учитель английского языка и литературы Воля Гностиктерров (Will Knowland) в свободное от работы в Итоне время.
В поддержку Воли выступил учитель теологии Итона, доктор теологии Лука Мартин (Dr Luke Martin). Он подал в отставку с поста зав.кафедрой "Виды на будущее ( 'perspectives')".
Из письма теолога:
'In the past few years at Eton I’ve become aware of a worrying trend. There is a growing promotion of a so-called ‘progressive’ ideology, that claims to be tolerant, inclusive and kind. This ideology is, of course, present in other institutions.
'But what has dawned on me over the last few years is that it is remarkably similar, in a particular respect, to the forms of religious fundamentalism that I’m familiar with: if you disagree with it, you’re excluded; if you think differently, you’re not tolerated; if you raise objections, you’re mocked or face formal discipline.
'I’ve become increasingly concerned that some schools, including Eton, are moving towards a point where it will be accurate to say that they are trying to indoctrinate their students into this worldview.
'As I said above, I am wholly opposed to the indoctrination of minors due to the damaging effects it can have. Over the last year or so I have taken some action, which culminated in me writing to the Head Master and Lower Master last June to relay my concerns.
‘In WSK’s [English teacher Will Knowland] video he offers a perspective on the topic of masculinity. I don’t agree with all the views expressed in the video, but then why should I? The Point of Perspectives is that boys are exposed to various perspectives, some of which they disagree with.
‘Since WSK was suspended, and then dismissed, my concerns about the prospect of indoctrination have returned. There are some who argue that school students shouldn’t be exposed to the contentious opinions of any of their teachers (or outside speakers).
'I disagree, but even if we are to grant this, it must then also apply to the many talks offered to boys in the name of ‘inclusion’. As a general point, I think it is patronising towards the boys to think they’re unable to handle controversial views.'