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Zierer Expresses Concerns Over Academization of Professions and Loss of Distinctiveness in School Leaving Certificates
Klaus Zierer, a school pedagogy expert from the University of Augsburg, has raised concerns about the increasing importance of the Abitur and the academicization of various professions, including midwifery. In an interview with the "Süddeutsche Zeitung," Zierer argued that professions that do not require an Abitur and often have a higher value for society are being devalued.
According to Zierer, previously, the training of midwives functioned well under the dual model, which combined practical, hands-on training with theoretical education. Today, to become a midwife, one needs a university entrance qualification. Zierer believes that the academicization of many professions has been detrimental, stating that a good midwife does not necessarily need to be academically inclined.
Zierer's concerns extend to the loss of distinctiveness of various school leaving certificates due to the increasing importance of the Abitur. However, specific information regarding these concerns was not found in the search results.
The discussion about digitalization and AI in schools is another theme related to Zierer's work. There is a growing discussion about the integration of technology in education, including AI, which could influence the nature of educational assessments and certificates. As education systems become more standardized, there could be concerns about how this affects the distinctiveness of various educational pathways, including those leading to the Abitur.
For a more detailed analysis of Klaus Zierer's views on these topics, you would need to consult specific academic publications or interviews where he discusses these concerns directly. Zierer is also known for his work on Holocaust education and more recently, discussions on the use of artificial intelligence in schools.
Community policy should consider addressing Zierer's argument for the preservation of distinct vocational training programs, as the academicization of professions such as midwifery, education-and-self-development, and learning could lead to a loss of practical skills and devaluation of non-academic professions with high social value.
In the context of digitalization and AI in schools, it is essential to maintain the unique nature of various education pathways and school leaving certificates to avoid overemphasizing the importance of the Abitur, potentially causing a homogenization of educational pathways and restricting opportunities for those without university entrance qualifications.
