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The Influence of Education and Socialization on Radicalization: An Exploration of Theoretical Presumptions and Empirical Research

Abstract

Background and Objective  

Research into radicalization does not pay much attention to education. This is remarkable and possibly misses an important
influence on the process of radicalization. Therefore this article sets out to explore the relation between education on the
one hand and the onset or prevention of radicalization on the other hand.

Method  

This article is a theoretical literature review. It has analyzed empirical studies—mainly from European countries—about the
educational aims, content and style of Muslim parents and parents with (extreme) right-wing sympathies.

Results  

Research examining similarity in right-wing sympathies between parents and children yields mixed results, but studies among
adolescents point to a significant concordance. Research also showed that authoritarian parenting may play a significant role.
Similar research among Muslim families was not found. While raising children with distrust and an authoritarian style are
prevalent, the impact on adolescents has not been investigated. The empirical literature we reviewed does not give sufficient
evidence to conclude that democratic ideal in and an authoritative style of education are conducive to the development of
a democratic attitude.

Conclusion  

There is a knowledge gap with regard to the influence of education on the onset or the prevention of radicalization. Schools
and families are underappreciated sources of informal social control and social capital and therefore the gap should be closed.
If there is a better understanding of the effect of education, policy as well as interventions can be developed to assist
parents and teachers in preventing radicalization.

  • Content Type Journal Article
  • Category Original Paper
  • Pages 1-15
  • DOI 10.1007/s10566-011-9155-5
  • Authors
    • Trees Pels, Faculty of Psychology and Education, VU University Amsterdam, Van der Boechorststraat 1, 1081BT Amsterdam, The Netherland
    • Doret J. de Ruyter, Faculty of Psychology and Education, VU University Amsterdam, Van der Boechorststraat 1, 1081BT Amsterdam, The Netherland
    • Journal Child and Youth Care Forum
    • Online ISSN 1573-3319
    • Print ISSN 1053-1890
Posted in: Journal Article Abstracts on 12/16/2011 | Link to this post on IFP |
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