Philosophy of Education in Action
Subtitle: An Inquiry-Based Approach
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Group
Published: 2016
Language: eng
Number of pages: 202
ISBN-13: 9781138843059
Subjects: Education, philosophy
Description: "Philosophy of Education in Action is an innovative, inquiry-based introductory text that invites readers to study philosophy of education through the lens of their own observations and experiences. Structured according to a "Wonder Model of Inquiry," each chapter begins by posing a fundamental What if question about curriculum, pedagogy, and the role of the school before investigating the various philosophical perspectives that guide and influence educational practices. Classroom vignettes and examples of actual schools and educational programs help to ground philosophical perspectives in real-world scenarios, while the books unique inquiry-based approach leads students to both think critically about philosophical questions and apply the concepts to their own teaching"-- Publisher.