UNVEILING THE ESSENCE OF UNIVERSITY EDUCATION: A CRITICAL ANALYSIS OF KARL JASPERS’ EXISTENTIAL APPROACH

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  • Thi Thao Tran Lecturer, Ho Chi Minh City University of Economics and Finance, Vietnam

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https://doi.org/10.46827/ejsss.v9i6.1720

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Karl Jaspers, existential education, university essence

Abstract

This paper critically assesses Karl Jaspers’ existential viewpoint concerning the fundamental nature of university education. In a contemporary context where the pursuit of credentials prevails, Jaspers challenges traditional paradigms by underscoring the university’s distinctive role beyond the mere acquisition of job-related skills. The abstract delves into Jaspers’ critique of an education system fixated on efficiency, advocating for the cultivation of intellectual life and existential awareness. Through a thorough analysis, the article reexamines the objective of university education, transcending the narrow focus on credentials to embrace a comprehensive vision that aligns with Jaspers’ philosophical principles. Practical insights for applying Jaspers’ philosophy in contemporary educational settings are presented, facilitating a transition towards a more purposeful and contemplative academic experience. The research methodology employed encompasses narrative analysis and philosophical inquiry.

 

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  • Thi Thao Tran, Lecturer, Ho Chi Minh City University of Economics and Finance, Vietnam

    The author's research field is modern, near-Western philosophy and political philosophy. Some of the author's research projects include: Nausea – The Manifesto of Existentialism by Jean-Paul Sartre;             Discussing Human Freedom in the Philosophy of Education of Existentialism; The Issue of Human Freedom in the Fourth Industrial Revolution – A View from the Perspective of Existential Philosophy; Vietnamese Intellectuals' Perspectives on Jean-Paul Sartre's Existential Philosophy in South Vietnam during the Period 1954-1975; Jean-Paul Sartre's Concept of Freedom: The Rebellion of Intellectual European in Early 20th Century.

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2024-05-25

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V. 9 N. 6 (2024)

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