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Let\u2019s be realistic: let\u2019s seek evidence<\/h1>\n

Education and context go hand in hand<\/p>\n

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The pessimistic complaints about the wind; the optimistic expects it to change; the realistic adjusts the sails. (William George Ward). \/ Image: Renan Brun<\/a> – Pixabay<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Eva Serra<\/strong><\/p>\n

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We launch this media initiative at a crucial juncture for Europe and the world<\/strong>. The Middle East conflicts and the Ukrainian war are too relevant and close for our continent. There are those who, from optimism, view the current narrative as alarmist, designed to sway public opinion, though the underlying motives remain unclear. Others, more pessimistic, believe the escalating tensions we are experiencing are even more perilous than reported. In either of these possible scenarios, it\u2019s disconcerting – and realistic – to note that our societies\u2019 critical capacity is at an all-time low<\/strong>, when not driven by extreme political-ideological polarization. This situation doesn\u2019t help to interpret the context and demand greater transparency and accountability from our public authorities.<\/p>\n

In this complacent sphere of citizenship, education<\/strong> also finds its place. For decades, invoking the future as if gazing into a crystal ball, new educational systems have been designed. These have largely adapted to the trend of phasing out content<\/strong> (disciplines, knowledge) in favour of the so-called \u201ccompetencies\u201d. Some countries have had more success than others, but ultimately, according to the latest reports from the PISA, PIRLS, TIMSS and PIAAC studies – published in this medium on five European countries \u2013 there has been a decline in the knowledge of students (and adults) in almost all Western countries, compared to the sustained leadership in capacities of certain Asian countries. The data persistently highlights these disparities, report after report. And one consequence is the diminishing critical capacity and demand of European citizens.<\/p>\n

The implementation of these pedagogical trends could not be possible in any other context. It is difficult to imagine a rationalist educational model in a society where the main interests revolve around mere distraction and pure entertainment<\/strong>, sweetened with custom-made emotions, virtual realities, self-help materials, the promotion of pseudosciences, fictional influencers<\/em>, contrived debates, and a storm of overstimulation.\u00a0Education and context go hand in hand<\/strong>. But we also know that nothing in this world is eternal, fashions fade, today\u2019s hegemony may be tomorrow\u2019s relic, and those determined to improve things and persist in their efforts pave the way, create cracks, alternatives, and provoke the unexpected. Nothing gives me more satisfaction than encountering, in recent times, a legion of teachers committed to their students\u2019 learning<\/strong>, persisting in the fight against the social irresponsibility of what many dub as educational innovation<\/em>, which is nothing more than a regression of knowledge. That\u2019s why we\u2019re here.<\/p>\n

Educational Evidence<\/em><\/strong> is a platform written by emerging social elites<\/strong> who, from the bottom but with solid intellectual abilities, refuse to surrender. These are civil society professionals<\/strong> who dig their trenches against protocols<\/strong> and are often overlooked in the debate on educational, social, and cultural policies.\u00a0We speak of teachers who swim against the tide, championing academic freedom, the importance of specialization, content, the commitment to transmit knowledge to future generations, the legitimate right to quality learning, and the social obligation to shape critical, educated citizens, capable of deciphering the world they inhabit.<\/p>\n

Writers and researchers who defend rationality and the Enlightenment<\/strong> in its scientific and humanistic relevance, advocate the use of evidence<\/strong> as a vaccine against dogmatism, alienation, polarization, manipulation, and the vulnerability of a progressively deconstructed Europe. From the Episteme Foundation, the catalyst behind this initiative, we want to remember that we are the product of what we\u2019ve been taught. In this journey, let\u2019s not abandon those who tirelessly strive for excellence, our teachers.<\/p>\n

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