Overview
Description
Critical analysis and evaluation of philosophies of education. Implications for practice of pragmatism, logical empiricism and existentialism.
Units
Lecture3
Learning Outcomes
- demonstrate understanding of central views of Western educational philosophy.
- demonstrate ability to analyze and clarify ideas and current issues related to education.
- demonstrate ability to present ideas and arguments effectively, both orally and in writing.
- discuss the relationship among theory, philosophy, and educational practice.
- compare and contrast various philosophical perspectives.
- discuss a minimum of three philosophies as they relate to the aims of education, teaching methodologies, curricular strategies, and leadership.