Critical Thinking and Education

Critical Thinking and Education
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 183
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ISBN-10 : 9781315463674
ISBN-13 : 1315463679
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Synopsis Critical Thinking and Education by : John E. McPeck

The skills of ‘critical thinking’ occupy a contentious place in debates on education. It is of course widely recognised that education must consist of more than an unreasoning accumulation of facts and skills, and that modern society demands a highly-developed critical awareness to cope with its ever-increasing complexities. Yet the very term ‘critical thinking’ threatens to become a vague and unexamined slogan, displayed more in party tricks than in useful knowledge. In this book, first published in 1981, Professor McPeck offers a critique of the major ideas and important work in the field, including those of Ennis and de Bono, while at the same time presenting his own rigorous ideas on the proper place in critical thinking in the philosophy of education. The book aims to establish a sound basis on which the role of critical thinking in schools can be evaluated and the author makes a strong case for the contribution it can make to resolving current dilemmas of the curriculum.

The Philosophy of Primary Education

The Philosophy of Primary Education
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 210
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ISBN-10 : 9780415689434
ISBN-13 : 0415689430
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Synopsis The Philosophy of Primary Education by : R. F. Dearden

This volume provides a rigorous examination of theoretical concepts such as need, interest, growth, play, experience, activity and self-expression. It also makes an important contribution towards getting a closely argued educational theory. In the first part of the book the author establishes general aims and ends with suggestions as to what the curriculum ought to be. The second part is concerned with the procedures of learning and teaching appropriate to such a curriculum.

A Modern Philosophy of Education (RLE Edu K)

A Modern Philosophy of Education (RLE Edu K)
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 290
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ISBN-10 : 9781136491597
ISBN-13 : 1136491597
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Synopsis A Modern Philosophy of Education (RLE Edu K) by : Godfrey Thomson

‘Philosophy’ in the context of this book means that the author is looking at education as a whole, without restrictions or simplifications; looking at ends and purposes, not merely at methods and means. He discusses early years education, the sociology and psychology of education as well as education in adolescence and adult education. Well-known as a critical pioneer of intelligence research the author discusses educational psychology as much as philosophy in this book.

The Concept of Education (International Library of the Philosophy of Education Volume 17)

The Concept of Education (International Library of the Philosophy of Education Volume 17)
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 420
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ISBN-10 : 9781135170462
ISBN-13 : 1135170460
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Synopsis The Concept of Education (International Library of the Philosophy of Education Volume 17) by : R.S. Peters

A series of public lectures given at the Institute of Education, University of London provides the nucleus around which this collection, originally published in 1967, is gathered. This collection provides comprehensive coverage of a complex theme which will be of interest to those involved in the fields of philosophy and education alike. Topics covered include:the logical and psychological aspects of learning, the concept of play, rule and routines, teaching and training, philosophical models of teaching.

Philosophical Analysis and Education (International Library of the Philosophy of Education Volume 1)

Philosophical Analysis and Education (International Library of the Philosophy of Education Volume 1)
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 359
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ISBN-10 : 9781135172282
ISBN-13 : 1135172285
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Synopsis Philosophical Analysis and Education (International Library of the Philosophy of Education Volume 1) by : Reginald Archambault

When originally published in 1965 this book reflected some of the new thinking among philosophers regarding the role of the discipline in its investigation of central issues in educaton. The essays are grouped into four major sections: The Nature and Function of Educational Theory; The Context of Educational Discussion; Conceptions of Teaching; and The Essence of Education. The concepts dealt with are of the first importance to any practical or theoretical discussion in education and the editor provides a generous introduction to the essays to aid the reader in his analysis of the issues.

Routledge Library Editions: Philosophy of Education

Routledge Library Editions: Philosophy of Education
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Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Total Pages : 3282
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ISBN-10 : 9781315457888
ISBN-13 : 1315457881
Rating : 4/5 (88 Downloads)

Synopsis Routledge Library Editions: Philosophy of Education by : Various Authors

This set of 21 volumes, originally published between 1955 and 1997, amalgamates several topics on the philosophy of education, with a particular focus on religious education, curriculum studies, and critical thinking. This collection of books from some of the leading scholars in the field provides a comprehensive overview of the subject and will be of particular interest to students of philosophy, education and those undertaking teaching qualifications.

International Library of the Philosophy of Education

International Library of the Philosophy of Education
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 4277
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ISBN-10 : 9781135169916
ISBN-13 : 1135169918
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Synopsis International Library of the Philosophy of Education by : Charles Bailey

International Library of the Philosophy of Education reprints twenty-four distinguished texts published in this field over the last half-century and includes works by authors such as Reginald D. Archambault, Charles Bailey, Robin Barrow, Norman J. Bull, D. E. Cooper, R. F. Dearden, Kieran Egan, D. W. Hamlyn, Paul H. Hirst, Glenn Langford, D. J. O'Connor, T. W. Moore, D. A. Nyberg, R. W. K. Paterson, R. S. Peters, Kenneth A Strike, I. A. Snook, John and Patricia White, and John Wilson. Themes discussed include: Liberal education, moral education, the aims of education, the education of teachers, adult & continuing education and the philosophical analysis of education.

The Philosophy of Education (RLE Edu K)

The Philosophy of Education (RLE Edu K)
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 306
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ISBN-10 : 9781136491801
ISBN-13 : 1136491805
Rating : 4/5 (01 Downloads)

Synopsis The Philosophy of Education (RLE Edu K) by : Harry Schofield

There are many students who find philosophy of education difficult, because they have never received teaching in the basic essentials of general philosophy. This book begins by asking the basic question ‘what is philosophy?’ and examines a number of possible answers. Step by step the reader is introduced to the modern techniques of linguistic and concept analysis. Whenever a technical term is used it is explained and illustrated by reference to familiar situations in everyday life.

Education, Society and Human Nature

Education, Society and Human Nature
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 194
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ISBN-10 : 9780415698221
ISBN-13 : 0415698227
Rating : 4/5 (21 Downloads)

Synopsis Education, Society and Human Nature by : Anthony O'Hear

Intended primarily for education students this book provides an introduction to the philosophy of education that tackles educational problems and at the same time relates them to the mainstream of philosophical analysis. Among the educational topics the book discusses are the aims of education, the two cultures debate, moral education, equality as an ideal and academic elitism. It examines the limitations of a purely technological education, and suggests the shape of a balanced curriculum. It critically analyses important educational theses in the work of Rousseau, Dewey, R S Peters, P H Hirst, F R Leavis, Ronald Dworkin and G H Bantock, among many others, and considers the philosophical copics of relativism, the nature of knowledge, the basis of moral choice, the value of democracy and the status of religious claims.