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Philosophical foundations of education
First published 1976 · 423 pages
A structured, deeply intellectual exploration of the ideas that have shaped classrooms and minds throughout history.
What it feels like
Reading this book feels like sitting in a quiet, sunlit university library, surrounded by the weight of centuries of thought. It is a steady, methodical journey through the minds that have defined how we understand learning, from idealism to pragmatism and beyond. The prose is clear and academic, designed not to thrill but to illuminate, building a sturdy framework for intellectual inquiry. There is a contemplative, earnest mood that permeates the text, inviting the reader to pause and reflect on the profound responsibility of shaping human minds. It will deeply satisfy educators, philosophy students, and anyone who finds comfort in tracing the lineage of ideas, offering a grounding sense of purpose and a rigorous understanding of the classroom's theoretical roots.
- Mood
- contemplative
- intellectual
- structured
- Tone
- academic
- analytical
- objective
- earnest
- Pace
- steady
- Themes
- the purpose of learning · intellectual history · shaping society · the nature of knowledge
- The writing
- The writing is clear, methodical, and academic, prioritizing comprehensive explanation and structural clarity over stylistic flourish.
- The arc
- The reader journeys from a sense of historical curiosity to a grounded, empowering understanding of how abstract thought shapes practical teaching.
- Who it's for
- Educators, pedagogy students, and lifelong learners seeking a rigorous framework for understanding why we teach the way we do.
About the book
Includes bibliographical references (p. 393-408) and indexes.
Description from Open Library.
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