1979 Educational Reform in Spain

The 1979 Educational Reform in Spain

• The main purpose of the 1979 Educational Reform was to democratize and modernize the Spanish education system after the death of dictator Francisco Franco in 1975.
• The reform was a response to the need for educational change in post-Franco Spain, aiming to promote social mobility, equality, and democratic values.

Consequences of the Reform

• A significant consequence of the derogation of the 1979 Educational Reform was the decentralization of education, giving more autonomy to regional governments.

Curriculum Reform

• A key aspect of the 1979 Educational Reform's curriculum reform was the introduction of a more comprehensive and diversified curriculum, emphasizing student-centered learning and critical thinking.

Historical Context

• The 1979 Educational Reform was implemented in the context of Spain's transition to democracy, following Franco's death and the country's shift from a dictatorship to a constitutional monarchy.

Criticisms

• A criticism of the 1979 Educational Reform was that it led to increased bureaucracy and lack of clear guidelines, causing confusion and difficulties in its implementation.