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This is a textbook for teachers that demonstrates how philosophical thinking can be used in teaching children. It begins with the assumption that what is taught in schools is not (and should not be) subject matter but rather ways of thinking. The main point is that the classroom should be converted into a community of inquiry, and that one can begin doing that with children. Based on the curriculum that Matt Lipman has developed at the Institute for the Advancement of Philosophy for Children, which he heads, this book describes the curriculum and explains its use. The text is selfcontained, however.This revision is thoroughgoing and incorporates new chapters, as well as new material in old chapters. Part One focuses on the need of educational change and the importance of philosophical inquiry in developing new approaches. Part Two discusses curriculum and teaching methodology, including teacher behavior conducive to helping children. Part Three deals with developing logic skills and moral judgment. It concludes with a chapter on the sorts of philosophical themes pertinent to ethical inquiry for children: the right and the fair, perfect and right, free will and determinism, change and growth, truth, caring, standards and rules, thinking and thinking for oneself. Education, in this sense, is not a matter of dispensing information; it is the process of assisting in the growth of the whole individual.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Philosophy in the Classroom'? A: The book emphasizes the importance of philosophical inquiry in education and advocates for transforming the classroom into a community of inquiry, rather than merely a place for dispensing information.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Philosophy in the Classroom'? A: The author is Matthew Lipman, who developed the curriculum at the Institute for the Advancement of Philosophy for Children.
- Q: What age group is this textbook suitable for? A: This textbook is designed for teachers working with children, making it suitable for a range of educational levels, primarily focusing on elementary and middle school students.
- Q: How many pages does 'Philosophy in the Classroom' have? A: The book contains 248 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this textbook? A: The textbook was published on May 15, 1980.
- Q: Is 'Philosophy in the Classroom' a revised edition? A: Yes, this is the 2nd edition, which includes new chapters and updated material in existing chapters.
- Q: What topics are covered in this book? A: The book covers a wide range of topics, including educational change, teaching methodologies, logic skills, moral judgment, and philosophical themes relevant to children's ethical inquiry.
- Q: What type of binding does this textbook have? A: The textbook is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for self-study or only for classroom use? A: While primarily designed for teachers, the book is self-contained and can also be beneficial for self-study by educators interested in philosophical teaching methods.
- Q: What is the condition of the product being offered? A: The condition of the product is 'New'.