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This paper discusses the possibility of acquiring human and social capital by participating in volunteer activities. Volunteering is especially observed from the point of view of Bourdieu’s understanding of capital, whereby the voluntary sector is understood as a social field and placed in a wider social context. After the conceptual determinations of civil society, volunteering …

This paper inquires into the potential application of Maria Montessori’s educational philosophy, the Montessori Method, in foreign language instruction. Originating in the early 20th century, this method prioritizes hands-on experiences, active learning, and freedom in teaching. Despite the success of the Montessori Method in general education, its adaptation to foreign language learning has not been standardized …