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FALL 1995
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FORT ST. JOHN
EDUC 230-3?
INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION
(D2.00)
D. SMITH
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course familiarizes students with the nature of philosophy of education and enables them
to begin to develop critically their personal views. It examines contemporary philosophies and
situates them within the historical development of educational philosophy. It addresses the
notion of what it means to 'think philosophically" about educational issues and practices. The
crucial role of language for distinguishing and clarifying central educational concepts is
emphasized; and students are encouraged to pursue high intellectual standards in their
dialectical discussion, analysis, and synthesis of philosophical issues.
NO PREREQUISITE:
A list of the main topics follows:
1.
The meaning and relevance of philosophy of education for prospective teachers
2.
The nature and methods of philosophy of education
3.
Analytic philosophy and education
4.
Traditional, modern, and contemporary educational theories and philosophies
5.
Critical thinking and philosophy of education
6.
The importance of developing a personal philosophy of education
COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
Classwork................................................................................15%
Weekly Assignments................................................................15%
Papers(2 x 20%).......................................................................40%
FinalExamination ...................................................................
Total...........................................................................100%