Values for Meaningful Living

UNIT-2: TYPES OF VALUES

STRUCTURE
The need for value education Implications of education in values Values in education Types of values

THE NEED FOR VALUE EDUCATION

The values of Unity, honesty & non-violence are essential to removing all discrimination & hatred. Rajyogini BK Dadi Janaki

Avoid education in values & invite a colossal (huge) disaster. BK Jagdish Chander Hassija

THE NEED FOR VALUE EDUCATION (contd..)

Findings of Commissions & Committees.

UNESCO setup an international commission under the chairmanship of Jacques Delors. The Delors Report identified 4 pillars of education

Intellectual ability

EDUCATION
To Do

To Know

LEARNIN G

To Be

To live together

Skills

Inculcating Values

THE NEED FOR VALUE EDUCATION (contd..)

Corruption & Illegal Practices

Corruption means to use, or be willing to use, political or social power to perform dishonest or illegal actions in return for money or some advantage.

Justice M N Venkatachaliah, then Chairman of National Human Rights Commission (1997) said-People think that corruption can solve their problems and fulfill their yearning(desire) for survival. But they will soon find that this is a mirage

Corruption can be prevented only by voluntary self-control together with inspiring leadership.

THE NEED FOR VALUE EDUCATION (contd..)

Science & Technology without Values

Scientific & technical study may increase a students knowledge of formulae & sharpen his/her memory & numerical faculties.

But without learning to apply the powers of reasoning & analysis to

subjects like language, literature, philosophy, etc., they are

inadequately prepared for the depth of human life.

Exploitation of Nature

People in India worship nature as deity & perform rituals before trees
& rivers, while on other hand there is reckless felling of trees & pollution of soil, water & air.

THE NEED FOR VALUE EDUCATION (contd..)

Increasing Use of Violence

India broadcasts the message of non-violence.

But still

Farmers abuse & beat their animals Domestic violence is prevalent

Voluntary self-restraint, education in moral & spiritual values are required.

THE NEED FOR VALUE EDUCATION (contd..)

Increasing use of intoxicants

Mainly caused due to

Stress of poverty
Peer pressure (more amongst youth) Illiteracy Pressure of tests & exams (in students) Erroneous belief Alcohol is good for health

In spite of social consequences, it is financially expedient for states to generate revenue from the sale & excise of alcohol.

THE NEED FOR VALUE EDUCATION (contd..)

Lack of Education in Values at All Levels

Greatest challenge to education in values lies with adults & their social attitudes (gender bias / adultery / corruption, etc.).

Adults are assumed to be inspirational role models but UNFORTUNATELY, many set a weak or negative example .

Anti-values acquired through Folklore

Folklore : Myths / Legends / Traditions

For many it is the only education.

IMPLICATIONS OF EDUCATION IN VALUES

Implications for the Individual

Spiritually

enriches your personality. Reduces a lot of expenditure. No conflicts in the mind You are loved by others. Power to influence society The words of a teacher are transformative when they are living examples. Actions speak louder than words.

IMPLICATIONS OF EDUCATION IN VALUES (contd)

Implications for Society

People

are properly equipped for civic life. Enlightened attitudes can also boost the confidence of socially disadvantaged individuals. People become sensitized to the value of nature & take proper care of natural environment. Inspire people to act upon awareness. Serves to resist the tendencies of greed, selfishness & violence

VALUES IN EDUCATION
No educational institution can exist without values. There is no such thing as value-free education. Is education for work or knowledge? Core values

All

of us have core values not because of our religion but because we are human. Humans have the capacity to act from their spirit, they will even die for what they value.

TYPES OF VALUES

Aesthetic values Artistic values Corporate values Cultural values Economic values Environmental values Ethical values

Family Values Material Values Mathematical Values Moral Values Political Values Professional Values Religious Values Societal Values

TYPES OF VALUES (contd)

Aesthetic Values

Artistic Values

Importance is given to Symmetry and harmony of sound, shape, color and movement Beauty of Divine is considered to be reflected in the beauty of nature and universe.

are derived out of aesthetic values refer to intellectual & artistic criteria the more classic the art, the closer it corresponds to aesthetic values

TYPES OF VALUES (contd)

Corporate Values

Cultural Values

apply to developing a business identity & loyalty correspond to mission of a particular corporation The include: protocols of appearance, behavior, etc. provide criteria to promotion according to talent & suitability.

gives importance to preserving cultural practices, ceremonies, traditions, etc. they might be threatened by materialistic culture of modern times

TYPES OF VALUES (contd)

Economic values

Environmental values

are purely monetary and are central to the attainment of wealth people are often assessed on working hours and valued for their ability to be productive

they honor the elements of nature and preserve the delicate balance of ecology. they include restoring the land to its original surface condition following mining & other industrial exploitation

TYPES OF VALUES (contd)

Ethical values

Family Values

a set of moral principles that apply to a specific group of people, professional field or form of human conduct
it is based on the awareness that a human being is essentially spiritual and must be treated as intrinsically valuable

support the quality of family life: loyalty, being loving, caring, etc. the closer they come to universal values the more likely the family is to be healthy and happy.

TYPES OF VALUES (contd)

Material Values

Mathematical Values

are based on the desirability & durability of any commodity as well as its availability. are subject to context & mean different things to different people according to circumstances. e.g. water is more valuable than gold when one is thirsty.

can act as an interface with universal values and are capable of describing values which are nonmaterial in a definite way.

TYPES OF VALUES (contd)

Moral Values

Political Values

are concerned with the principles of right and wrong, good and bad. comes from the Latin word 'mores' means accepted ways of behavior. e.g. respect, politeness, purity, modesty, etc.

important values are democracy, freedom of speech, freedom of religion, universal franchise, right to defend yourself in court, etc.

TYPES OF VALUES (contd)

Professional Values

Religious Values

apply to work place include: punctuality, efficiency, clarity of communication, accuracy, quality of output, trustworthiness, etc.

are based on the respect for beliefs and faith of particular religion. E.g. covering the head, maintaining silence, etc.

TYPES OF VALUES (contd)

Societal Values
concerned

with protecting and caring for community, maintaining integrity, cleanliness of environment, good citizenship, etc.