Silence remains in Bavaria's schools: Ministry of Culture speaks plain text

Silence remains in Bavaria's schools: Ministry of Culture speaks plain text

Munich - The Ministry of Culture in Bavaria recently decided that the controversial "silence" is not generally banished from schools and daycare centers, despite its obvious similarity to the right -wing extremist "wolf greeting". This decision raises questions about the educational approaches and the responsibility of the teachers. The application of such methods that serve to promote social behavior is now at the discretion of the individual teachers.

silence as part of pedagogical practice

The use of the silence has been used by teachers for many years as a non -verbal method for signaling in class. This technique, which is considered a child -friendly measure, aims to create a learning atmosphere in which the students can be better brought to rest through acoustics and gestures. A spokesman for the Bavarian Ministry of Culture emphasizes that the meaning and application of such methods should be discussed in detail with the children beforehand.

different views in the federal states

Despite the Bavarian decision, there are efforts to no longer use the silence in other federal states, such as Bremen. In Bremen, the use of the silence is considered incompatible with the basic values of the educational institutions, which would like to promote tolerance and respectful coexistence. This shows how different the views of the use of such gestures are in the school context.

social relevance of the discussion

The discussion about silence is not only a pedagogical, but also a social challenge. The "wolf greeting", which resembles the silence, has political connotations that are connected to the right-wing extremist ülkücü movement. This leads to an overall critical look at the use of gestures in school lessons, since the influence of such symbols on the children cannot be ignored.

The responsibility of the teachers

teachers are now required to be aware of their responsibility and to critically question the measures they use in class. It is crucial that your methods are both a teaching and sensitive to social implications. The Ministry of Culture emphasizes that a positive and appreciative school climate forms the basis for successful learning.

conclusion: a debate that remains

The question of whether the silence may continue to be used in schools remains controversial. While the Bavarian Ministry of Culture leaves the decision to the teachers, the discussion in other federal states shows that there is also a social awareness of the importance of symbols and gestures. The examination of such sensitive topics is essential to promote tolerance and respectful coexistence in education.

- Nag