This book explores how the concept of tolerance might be understood cultivated and enacted in
and through educational encounters. It argues that by opening up educational encounters to
allow for 'dissent' - that is disagreement criticism and open dialogue - our everyday social
life experiences and relationships would flourish and potentially allow for a more peaceful
and harmonious co-existence alongside those with whom we disagree. Dissent does not mean that
'anything goes' what is needed is considerate and responsible recognition of distinct and
diverse perspectives. Tolerance is sometimes regarded as a simple and uncritical celebration of
difference and sometimes dismissed as a necessary and resentful acceptance of others. Here
the authors make a compelling case for 'conditional tolerance' which requires us to
continuously reflect on the limits of what we are willing to tolerate. The book will be an
indispensable resource for researchers and students working in the areas of education
philosophy and sociology particularly those with an interest in educational freedom democracy
and social justice.
