The School Bag, a Mirror of School History and Its Contradictions

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How does the bookbook, as a material object and an educational symbol, reflect the school's transformations and current educational challenges?

Université de Montpellier

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From its appearance, the bookcase has assumed a symbolic role that goes well beyond its first logistical function. Participating in strategies of social distinction, it is regularly at the heart of debates on the well-being of students, reflecting the school issues of the time. Sylvain Wagnon, University of Montpellier With every school year back to...