Abstract:

The aim of this article is to present the tradition and methods of scouting used in upbringing of young people in the 21st century. The fundamental principles of the scouting movement are “duty to God”, “duty to our neighbour” and “duty to ourselves”. The first principle relates to man’s attitude towards spiritual values, the second one to his attitude towards the society, and the third one to the duties man has in relation to himself. In the study the Author described the Polish Scouting and its traditions. He also sketched the history of scouting used in the contemporary social education of young people (including the struggle for independence carried on by Polish scouts (Polish: harcerze)).

The scouting method and tradition as a way of relieving civilizational problems affecting young people nowadays were outlined. They involve using traditional methods in upbringing such as survival, and diminishing the role of electronic gadgets.

The Author enlarged also on the problems of social education – describing the role of the voluntary service scouts provide and the system of education of young people. Finally, he touched upon the internationalisation of the movement as a response to the challenges to education in the global village.

Keywords:

Scouting, lifelong education, tradition, teaching methods.