👉 Berkeleyism is a philosophical and political theory that emerged in the 19th century as a response to the perceived injustice of American education. It posits that the dominant educational system, which emphasized rote learning and standardized testing, had failed to adequately prepare students for the challenges of modern life. Berkeleyism advocates for a return to traditional values such as critical thinking, individualism, and democracy in education. The idea is that these values should be integrated into the curriculum, rather than being
