Philosophy of Education in Action: An Inquiry-Based Approach

by David W Nicholson

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 book’s unique inquiry-based approach leads students to both think critically about philosophical questions and apply the concepts to their own teaching. Features of the text include: Accessible and thought-provoking, Philosophy of Education in Action provides a dynamic learning experience for readers to understand and apply philosophy in educational practice.

202 pages, Paperback

Published February 1, 2016

Reviews

[Sophie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I had to read this for an Philosophy of Education class. It was lowkey goated... kinda helped me figure out my personal philosophies for education.