Synopses & Reviews
This is the very first book to look at scouting worldwide and explain in a comprehensible way the largest youth movement on the planet, with a presence in over 165 countries on 5 continents. Based on the first academic research on world scouting, it covers the history of boy and girl scouting from its origins to the present, its structure and recognition policy, and its role in developing ideas of global citizenship and belonging. Using new data and storytelling, Eduard Vallory discusses the main elements that distinguish the scout movement all over the world; explains its origin, evolution, operating system, and values; and deals with its controversies.
Review
"Written in a very exciting style that will make you want to keep reading till the end, this book explains the main findings of a prior academic research on World Scouting that was accomplished earlier by the same author as part of his doctoral research. Using new data and a storytelling technique, the current work revisits how Scouting started, showing its informal launching and its historical evolution throughout the twentieth century. The book analyzes Scouting's structure and recognition policy, its role in developing ideas of global citizenship and belonging, and the spirit of Scouting." —World Scout Bureau
'I have just finished reading Eduard Vallory's excellent new book. It is quite possibly the best discourse on World Scouting and non-formal education I have ever had the good fortune to read. He combines a forensic exploration of the Movement's roots and history with a fascinating examination of some of the thorny issues with which we all grapple today, as Scouting claims its position as the world's most influential membership organisation for young people. Vallory's style, whilst uncompromising in its academic rigour, is highly readable for a reader who normally prefers 'doing' Scouting to studying it. It is essential reading for anyone who seeks to understand Scouting and its educational mission.' —John May, Vice-Chairman of the World Scout Committee and the Secretary General of the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award for Young People
"The twenty-first century could aptly be termed the century of learning and teaching in that those will be the definitive social processes to determine the fate of humanity as we face growing environmental, political, demographic, or economic global challenges. Education has been deeply rethought around the world with greater emphasis on the long-term outcomes of education, on learning in context in order to emphasize the development of skills, of practical know how, in addition to the development of academic knowledge. There is also growing awareness of the importance of developing civic identity, character, individual agency, and responsibility. This book is a fascinating account of how the World Scout Movement has addressed these issues over the last century. In an engaging historical and sociological analysis, Vallory examines how this global movement of nonformal education wrestled with the tensions between shaping civic identity in ways that carefully negotiated the commitment and loyalty to local, national, and global communities. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding how social movements and voluntary organizations can successfully contribute to preparing our youth to develop some of the competencies that will most matter to their ability to take charge of their future." —Fernando Reimers, Ford Foundation Professor of International Education, Harvard Graduate School of Education
"The research which Eduard Vallory has produced is not just exceptional, it is unique, because it is the first ever written academic study on World Scouting, both in its origin, evolution, and globality. This book thus fills a great void. It should become a landmark in the 'history of education' as it demonstrates how the world's largest and oldest youth movement has contributed and still contributes to structuring the personality of yesterday's and today's youth towards a most needed local and global citizenship." — Dr. Jacques Moreillon, Secretary General of the World Organization of the Scout Movement (1988-2004), former Director General of the International Committee of the Red Cross
"This book shows that the diversity of the Scout movement makes it one of the biggest multicultural and multidenominational world networks for education and joint action with young people. In addition, Vallory also unveils how Scouting values of peace, tolerance, and solidarity shape responsible individuals into global citizens with critical thinking skills and a commitment to human rights - individuals who are willing to make a change anywhere they find injustice. Today, when the transition from a culture of imposition, violence, and war to a culture of dialogue, conciliation, and peace is more urgent than ever, the everyday behaviour guided by these values can become crucial for the emancipation of a humanity 'relieved from fear and misery', as enshrined in the Preamble of the Universal Declaration." —Federico Mayor Zaragoza, Director-General of the UNESCO (1987-1999); Chairman of the Foundation for a Culture of Peace
Review
"Written in a very exciting style that will make you want to keep reading till the end, this book explains the main findings of a prior academic research on World Scouting that was accomplished earlier by the same author as part of his doctoral research. Using new data and a storytelling technique, the current work revisits how Scouting started, showing its informal launching and its historical evolution throughout the twentieth century. The book analyzes Scouting's structure and recognition policy, its role in developing ideas of global citizenship and belonging, and the spirit of Scouting." —World Scout Bureau Inc.
“I have just finished reading Eduard Vallorys excellent new book. It is quite possibly the best discourse on World Scouting and non-formal education I have ever had the good fortune to read. He combines a forensic exploration of the Movements roots and history with a fascinating examination of some of the thorny issues with which we all grapple today, as Scouting claims its position as the worlds most influential membership organisation for young people. Vallorys style, whilst uncompromising in its academic rigour, is highly readable for a reader who normally prefers “doing” Scouting to studying it. It is essential reading for anyone who seeks to understand Scouting and its educational mission.” —John May, the Vice-Chairman of the World Scout Committee and the Secretary General of the Duke of Edinburghs International Award for Young People
"The twenty-first century could aptly be termed the century of learning and teaching in that those will be the definitive social processes to determine the fate of humanity as we face growing environmental, political, demographic, or economic global challenges. Education has been deeply rethought around the world with greater emphasis on the long-term outcomes of education, on learning in context in order to emphasize the development of skills, of practical know how, in addition to the development of academic knowledge. There is also growing awareness of the importance of developing civic identity, character, individual agency, and responsibility. This book is a fascinating account of how the World Scout Movement has addressed these issues over the last century. In an engaging historical and sociological analysis, Vallory examines how this global movement of nonformal education wrestled with the tensions between shaping civic identity in ways that carefully negotiated the commitment and loyalty to local, national, and global communities. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding how social movements and voluntary organizations can successfully contribute to preparing our youth to develop some of the competencies that will most matter to their ability to take charge of their future." —Fernando Reimers, Ford Foundation Professor of International Education, Harvard Graduate School of Education
"The research which Eduard Vallory has produced is not just exceptional, it is unique, because it is the first ever written academic study on World Scouting, both in its origin, evolution, and globality. This book thus fills a great void. It should become a landmark in the 'history of education' as it demonstrates how the world's largest and oldest youth movement has contributed and still contributes to structuring the personality of yesterday's and today's youth towards a most needed local and global citizenship." — Dr. Jacques Moreillon, Secretary General of the World Organization of the Scout Movement (1988-2004), former Director General of the International Committee of the Red Cross
"This book shows that the diversity of the Scout movement makes it one of the biggest multicultural and multidenominational world networks for education and joint action with young people. In addition, Vallory also unveils how Scouting values of peace, tolerance, and solidarity shape responsible individuals into global citizens with critical thinking skills and a commitment to human rights - individuals who are willing to make a change anywhere they find injustice. Today, when the transition from a culture of imposition, violence, and war to a culture of dialogue, conciliation, and peace is more urgent than ever, the everyday behaviour guided by these values can become crucial for the emancipation of a humanity 'relieved from fear and misery', as enshrined in the Preamble of the Universal Declaration." —Federico Mayor Zaragoza, Director-General of the UNESCO (1987-1999); Chairman of the Foundation for a Culture of Peace
Review
"Written in a very exciting style that will make you want to keep reading till the end, this book explains the main findings of a prior academic research on World Scouting that was accomplished earlier by the same author as part of his doctoral research. Using new data and a storytelling technique, the current work revisits how Scouting started, showing its informal launching and its historical evolution throughout the twentieth century. The book analyzes Scouting's structure and recognition policy, its role in developing ideas of global citizenship and belonging, and the spirit of Scouting." —World Scout Bureau
'I have just finished reading Eduard Vallory's excellent new book. It is quite possibly the best discourse on World Scouting and non-formal education I have ever had the good fortune to read. He combines a forensic exploration of the Movement's roots and history with a fascinating examination of some of the thorny issues with which we all grapple today, as Scouting claims its position as the world's most influential membership organisation for young people. Vallory's style, whilst uncompromising in its academic rigour, is highly readable for a reader who normally prefers 'doing' Scouting to studying it. It is essential reading for anyone who seeks to understand Scouting and its educational mission.' —John May, Vice-Chairman of the World Scout Committee and the Secretary General of the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award for Young People
"The twenty-first century could aptly be termed the century of learning and teaching in that those will be the definitive social processes to determine the fate of humanity as we face growing environmental, political, demographic, or economic global challenges. Education has been deeply rethought around the world with greater emphasis on the long-term outcomes of education, on learning in context in order to emphasize the development of skills, of practical know how, in addition to the development of academic knowledge. There is also growing awareness of the importance of developing civic identity, character, individual agency, and responsibility. This book is a fascinating account of how the World Scout Movement has addressed these issues over the last century. In an engaging historical and sociological analysis, Vallory examines how this global movement of nonformal education wrestled with the tensions between shaping civic identity in ways that carefully negotiated the commitment and loyalty to local, national, and global communities. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding how social movements and voluntary organizations can successfully contribute to preparing our youth to develop some of the competencies that will most matter to their ability to take charge of their future." —Fernando Reimers, Ford Foundation Professor of International Education, Harvard Graduate School of Education
"The research which Eduard Vallory has produced is not just exceptional, it is unique, because it is the first ever written academic study on World Scouting, both in its origin, evolution, and globality. This book thus fills a great void. It should become a landmark in the 'history of education' as it demonstrates how the world's largest and oldest youth movement has contributed and still contributes to structuring the personality of yesterday's and today's youth towards a most needed local and global citizenship." — Dr. Jacques Moreillon, Secretary General of the World Organization of the Scout Movement (1988-2004), former Director General of the International Committee of the Red Cross
"This book shows that the diversity of the Scout movement makes it one of the biggest multicultural and multidenominational world networks for education and joint action with young people. In addition, Vallory also unveils how Scouting values of peace, tolerance, and solidarity shape responsible individuals into global citizens with critical thinking skills and a commitment to human rights - individuals who are willing to make a change anywhere they find injustice. Today, when the transition from a culture of imposition, violence, and war to a culture of dialogue, conciliation, and peace is more urgent than ever, the everyday behaviour guided by these values can become crucial for the emancipation of a humanity 'relieved from fear and misery', as enshrined in the Preamble of the Universal Declaration." —Federico Mayor Zaragoza, Director-General of the UNESCO (1987-1999); Chairman of the Foundation for a Culture of Peace
Review
"Quite possibly the best discourse on World Scouting and non-formal education I have ever had the good fortune to read. Vallory's style, whilst uncompromising in its academic rigour, is highly readable for a reader who normally prefers 'doing' Scouting to studying it." - John May, Vice-Chairman, World Scout Committee; Secretary General of the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award for Young People
"The research that Eduard Vallory has produced is not just exceptional, it is unique. It should become a landmark in the history of education as it demonstrates how the world's largest and oldest youth movement has contributed and still contributes to structuring the personality of yesterday's and today's youth toward a most needed local and global citizenship." - Jacques Moreillon, Secretary General, World Organization of the Scout Movement (1988-2004); former Director General, International Committee of the Red Cross
"Eduard Vallory has written an impressively researched and eminently readable account of the positive contribution Scouting and Guiding has made to the modern world. All those involved and interested in the development of young women and men into responsible world citizens will find this book invaluable and inspiring." - Lesley Bulman-Lever, Chief Executive, World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (1997-2006)
"This book unveils how scouting values of peace, tolerance, and solidarity shape responsible individuals into global citizens with critical thinking skills and a commitment to human rights - individuals who are willing to make a change anywhere they find injustice." - Federico Mayor Zaragoza, Director-General, UNESCO (1987-1999); Chairman, Foundation for a Culture of Peace
"This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding how social movements and voluntary organizations can successfully contribute to preparing our youth to develop some of the competencies that will most matter to their ability to take charge of their future." - Fernando Reimers, Ford Foundation Professor of International Education, Harvard University, USA
"Written in a very exciting style that will make you want to keep reading till the end, this book revisits how Scouting started, showing its informal launching and its historical evolution throughout the twentieth century. The book analyzes Scouting's structure and recognition policy, its role in developing ideas of global citizenship and belonging, and the spirit of Scouting." - World Scout Bureau
Synopsis
In a very comprehensible and entertaining way explores the main findings of the first academic research on world scouting, the largest young movement on the planet. The work revisits scouting's origins, analyzing its structure and recognition policy, its role in developing ideas of global citizenship and belonging, and the spirit of scouting.
Synopsis
Today, scouting has more than 30 million members worldwide, 8 of them in the USA and the UK. This book explains in a very comprehensible and entertaining way the main findings of the first existing academic research on world scouting, the largest young movement in the planet. Using new data and storytelling, the work revisits how scouting started, showing its informal launching and its historical evolution throughout the twentieth century.
Synopsis
Many works have been written on scouting worldwide, but most of them were centered in a particular country or moment of history. This book explains in a very comprehensible way the main characteristics of world (boy and girl) Scouting, the largest youth movement in the planet, gathering 30 million people in more than 165 countries of the five continents. Using new data and storytelling, the work covers the main elements that distinguish the scout movement over the world, and explains its origin, evolution, operating system, and the soundness of its values.
About the Author
Eduard Vallory is Visiting Scholar at New York University, USA, after having been Director of the Barcelona Graduate School of Economics, Spain. He has been Research Fellow of Fitzwilliam College at the University of Cambridge, UK, and he served as Chief of Staff of the Ministry for Universities and Research of the Government of Catalonia. He holds a PhD from Universitat Pompeu Fabra, Spain, and an MA from the University of Chicago, USA. He was International Commissioner of Catalan Scouting.
Table of Contents
Foreword; Prof. Joseph P. Farrell
Acknowledgements
Introduction
PART I: ONE HUNDRED YEARS OF TRANSFORMING THE FUTURE
1. The Precedents of World Scouting (1907-1920)
2. An Idea, a Book, and How They Came About
3. Scouting in Britain and its Spontaneous Internationalization
4. Peace and the Ideal of the League of Nations
5. The Historical Development of Scouting Worldwide
6. The Period Under the Leadership of Robert Baden-Powell
7. The Globalization of Scouting
8. Evolution of the WOSM Censuses (1924-2004)
9. Scouting in the 21st Century: Some Numbers
PART II: AN IDEAL, A MOVEMENT, AN ORGANIZATION
10. Essential Characteristics of Scouting
11. Definition
12. Purpose and Principles
13. Educational Method
14. A Highly Intuitive Educational Movement
15. More a Network Movement than an Organization
16. The Educational Impact and the "Magic" of Scouting
17. How the Organization Works: Town, Country, and World
18. The Local Group and the National Association
19. When a Country Has More Than One Association
20. World Organization(s) and Global Belonging
21. The Gender Approach: WOSM and WAGGGS Separated...Forever?
22. Recognition and Belonging
23. Relevance of the Recognition Policy
24. Differentiating Between What Is and Is Not Scouting
25. Religion, Culture, Tradition: Motives for Split in Scouting
PART III: "GLOCAL" CITIZENSHIP EDUCATION
26. Citizenship Education and Scouting
27. What Does to Educate Citizens Mean?
28. The Assumptions of "Citizenship" in Scouting
29. Values to Perpetuate Society versus Values to Transform Society
30. Consistency and Incoherencies in a Global Movement
31. Scouting in the USA: Controversies and Culture War
32. Spiritual Dimension and Dependence from Denominations
33. Social Values, Cultural Change, and Critical Thinking
34. Local Rooting, National Belonging, Global Commitment
35. Peace Culture, Human Rights, and Community Development
36. Legitimizing International Institutions
Concluding Remarks
Appendix: Countries and territories with Associations Belonging to World Scouting