Amy Gutmann claims that “Cultivating character is a legitimate – indeed, an inevitable – function of education ” (1987, 41). Discuss this claim in light of democratic education. Draw in the work of MacInyre and Higgins in developing your response.

Amy Gutmann claims that “Cultivating character is a legitimate – indeed, an inevitable – function of education ” (1987, 41). Discuss this claim in light of democratic education. Draw in the work of MacInyre and Higgins in developing your response. Background information about me: I am currently studying my PGCE at a South African University. When writing the essay, please make reference to South Africa’s education system.