Philosophy of Education: The Fundamentals (Fundamentals of Philosophy)

Philosophy of Education: The Fundamentals (Fundamentals of Philosophy)

Randall Curren
$45.00
Publication Date: February 3rd, 2025
Publisher:
Wiley-Blackwell
ISBN:
9781405186834
Pages:
240

Description

Philosophy of Education: An Anthology brings together theessential historical and contemporary readings in the philosophy ofeducation.


  • The readings have been selected for their philosophical merit, their focus on important aspects of educational practice and theirreadability.
  • Includes classic pieces by Plato, Aristotle, Isocrates, Locke, Rousseau, Mill, and Dewey.
  • Addresses topical issues such as teacher professionalism andaccountability, the commercialization of schooling, multiculturaleducation, and parental choice.

About the Author

Randall Curren is Professor and Chair of the Philosophy Department and Professor of Education at the University of Rochester, NY. He has published in philosophy of education, law, ethics, and history of philosophy, including Aristotle on the Necessity of Public Education (2000). He is the editor of A Companion to the Philosophy of Education (Blackwell, 2003) and of the journal Theory and Research in Education.

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