Academic freedom calls for the independence of higher education entities. A contemporary interpretations of 18th-century political philosophers have argued that freedom in education indicates the need for parents to become accountable for the education of their children and that governments do not possess authority or capability to force families and individuals or finance the education of students directly or indirectly.
Academic freedom demands the independence of higher education institutions.  Modern interpretations of 18th-century political philosophers argue that educational freedom necessitates parental accountability for their children's education, while also asserting that governments are not equipped to force families and individuals to fund education.